About Nnamdi Azikiwe University

A Federal University of Excellence - Discipline · Self Reliance · Excellence.

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Mission & Vision

Our guiding purpose, vision for the future, and core values.

History

From our founding in 1992 to 30,000+ students today.

Facts & Figures

Key statistics, faculty breakdown, and recognition.

Leadership

Meet the Vice-Chancellor, DVCs, and principal officers.

Overview

A Federal University
of Excellence

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) is a federal university established by Decree No. 34 of 1991, sited in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. Named after Nigeria's first indigenous Governor-General and first President, the university embodies his vision of an educated, unified, and self-reliant nation. With over 30,000 students across 6 faculties, UNIZIK consistently ranks among Nigeria's top federal universities, producing graduates who lead in medicine, engineering, law, arts, management, and the sciences.

1992 Year Founded

Awka Anambra State

31,400 Students

17 Faculties

Accreditation

NUC

National Universities Commission

All programmes fully accredited

NAUTH

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital

Centre for medical education and research

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