The National Universities Commission has approved the accreditation of 17 courses at the Sa’adu Zungur University.
This development was disclosed via a press release issued by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Auwal Hassan.
While stating that the institution was demonstrating its commitment to academic excellence and quality education, Hassan explained that “The accredited courses, spanning various faculties and departments, include: Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Agriculture, Arabic, Human Physiology, Public Health, Anatomy, Law, Pharm D, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Science Laboratory Technology, and Zoology.”
He revealed that the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof Fatimah Tahir, while commenting on the milestone, expressed confidence that “This accreditation is a step forward in achieving the university’s mission and vision of academic excellence.
She appreciated the Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed for his unwavering commitment and support to the university.
Meanwhile, the PRO recalled that “On the November 22, 2024, a high-powered panel from the National Universities Commission visited SAZU, as part of the accreditation exercise for October/November 2024.
“However, in a letter dated 30th April 2025, signed by the Executive Secretary of NUC and addressed to the Visitor of the University, Bala Mohammed, the Governor Bauchi State, the accreditation is in line with Section 10 (1) of the Education Act CAP E3, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004, which empowers the NUC to lay down minimum Academic Standard for all academic programmes taught in Nigerian universities and also to accredit such programmes.
“This accreditation is seen as a major breakthrough for SAZU, enabling it to compete with its counterparts across the country.”
Hassan, who also emphasised that the accreditation was a significant milestone for the university, insisted that SAZU remains committed to providing quality education and producing graduates who can make a positive impact in society.
