UNIZIK RECEIVES NUC ACCREDITATION TEAM FOR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

As VC reiterates commitment to quality assurance

UNIZIK RECEIVES NUC ACCREDITATION TEAM FOR BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT

As VC reiterates commitment to quality assurance

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has received a National Universities Commission (NUC) accreditation team for the review of its Business Administration Department, as part of efforts to sustain academic standards and ensure continuous quality assurance in the university's programmes.

The team, led by Prof. Walter C. Ndubuisi, was received by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Stanley Anyaehie, on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Vice-Chancellor's Office.

Welcoming the delegation, the Director of Academic Planning (DAP), Prof. Angela Ufele Obiesie, informed the Vice-Chancellor that the accreditation team had arrived the previous day and was at the University Review and supervision of the Business Administration Department.

 She subsequently invited the team leader to explain the purpose of the exercise.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Prof. Ndubuisi described the exercise as a routine quality assurance process, usually conducted within two-to-five-year intervals, to assess the progress made by institutions and determine the extent to which recommendations from previous accreditation exercises had been implemented.

He explained that the review was designed to compare the department's previous performance with its current state, stressing that it was a straightforward but essential exercise aimed at promoting academic development and maintaining institutional standards. 

He also commended the University for its Record of commitment to quality assurance before the NUC.

In his response, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Anyaehie, welcomed the delegation on behalf of the university community and expressed pleasure at receiving the team near the eve of a significant personal and institutional milestone, noting that Monday, November 16, would mark the birthday of the hero whose name the University bears, the late Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, as well as his own birthday and his first anniversary in office.

The Vice-Chancellor observed that accreditation exercises were important instruments for institutional growth, noting that, having participated in accreditation exercises at different times, he appreciated their significance in strengthening academic programmes and improving the overall quality of university education.

He, however, distinguished the university's approach from the practice in some institutions where facilities and other requirements are hurriedly put in place solely to satisfy accreditation teams.

 According to him, Nnamdi Azikiwe University prioritises the provision and maintenance of essential facilities for the effective delivery of its academic programmes, irrespective of whether an accreditation exercise is approaching.

Giving an overview of developments in the Faculty of Management Sciences, Prof. Anyaehie disclosed that the university was undertaking plans for a new faculty building project estimated at ₦1 billion, which would commence soon. 

Prof. Anyaehie also highlighted the rehabilitation of the faculty road, which had previously been in a deplorable condition.

On staffing, the Vice-Chancellor noted that the faculty currently had more staff than required for its existing programmes, describing the situation as an opportunity to enhance students' academic mentoring and supervision. 

He added that the university was exploring ways to expand its academic programmes to accommodate growing financial demands while providing students with relevant knowledge and skills to become economically productive.

Prof. Anyaehie further highlighted the university's collaborations with professional and regulatory organisations, including the Financial Reporting Council and the Nigerian Institute of Bankers, as part of efforts to expose students to professional standards, industry expectations and emerging global trends in their respective fields.

Reaffirming his administration's commitment to continuous improvement, the Vice-Chancellor noted that the university's current achievements should not be regarded as its final destination, emphasising that there was always room for further development. 

The Prof. reiterated the administration's belief in the slogan, " A Greater UNIZIK is Possible." thanking accreditation team for undertaking the exercise while expressing confidence that the review would further contribute to the advancement of the department and the university at large.

Following the interaction, Prof. Obiesie called on the Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences, Prof. Francis Nwankwo and the Head of the Department of Business Administration Prof. Emmanuel Dibua to provide the necessary assistance and cooperation to enable the visiting team discharge their responsibilities effectively.

Other members of the accreditation team included Prof. Sunny Edwin Editu of the University of Jos and Mr. Olanrewaju Oslanihun of the NUC.

Members of the university management present at the meeting included the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Hilda Osisioma; and the Director of Public Relations, Comrade Aloysius Attah.

The visit underscores the university's continued commitment to academic excellence, institutional accountability and the sustenance of quality standards across its academic programmes.