Igbinedion University

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Igbinedion University, Okada
Igbinedion University library Main Entrance.jpg
Igbinedion University library main entrance
MottoKnowledge & Excellence
Type Private
Established1999
Chancellor Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Lawrence Ikechukwu Ezemonye
Location
Benin City
,
Edo
,
Nigeria

6°43′49″N5°23′45″E / 6.7302189°N 5.3958046°E / 6.7302189; 5.3958046
CampusUrban
Website www.iuokada.edu.ng
IUO logo.jpg

Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO) is a privately owned university located in Okada, the headquarters of Ovia North-East Local Government Area in Edo State, Nigeria.

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Established on 10 May 1999 by Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion CFR, IUO holds the distinction of being the first licensed a Private University in Nigeria s certified by the Federal Government of Nigeria. The university's Certificate of approval, No. 001, was granted by the Federal Government.

History and foundation

The institution officially opened its doors to foundation students on 15 October 1999. Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion, a philanthropist and prominent figure in Benin City, provided the visionary leadership that gave rise to IUO's establishment. [1]

Academic accreditation

The university's programs, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels, have received accreditation from the prestigious National Universities Commission (NUC). [2] [3] Additionally, the university's programs align with the requirements set forth by relevant professional bodies. [4] [5]

Colleges and academic offerings

Igbinedion University comprises seven distinct Colleges, each catering to specific academic disciplines:

Leadership and governance

The late Professor Anthony Uyekpen Osagie served as the inaugural Substantive Vice-Chancellor from 29 October 1999 to 30 November 2003. Professor Nduka Uraih, who held the position of Deputy Vice Chancellor, subsequently assumed the role of Acting Vice Chancellor from December 2003 to 11 September 2004. Notably, Rev. Professor Eghosa Osaghae assumed the position of the second substantive Vice Chancellor, a role he held until June 2018 when Prof. Lawrence Ezemwonye assumed the mantle of leadership. [7]

Achievements and international engagements

A notable milestone is IUO's distinction as the first Private University in Sub-Saharan Africa to produce medical doctors.

Partnerships with institutions such as the University of Westminster (UK) and Howard University (USA) facilitate collaborative endeavors in various academic disciplines. Furthermore, IUO's membership in organizations like the Global University Network for Innovation (GUNI) and participation in the Network Towards Unity for Health (NUFH) demonstrate its active engagement on the global educational stage. [8]

Academic programs

Faculty and departments

College Of Health Sciences

College of Pharmacy

College Of Engineering

College of Arts and Social Sciences

College Of Natural and Applied Sciences

College Of Business and Management Studies

College Of Law

Reputation

Over 10,000 people have graduated from various undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the University. Since its establishment in 1999, it has worked for prominent firms both within and outside of Nigeria. [9] It has also received support from people and organizations such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, which funded the creation of an ultra-modern library for the school, and former Chief of Air Staff Air Marshall Paul Dike, who gave a complex. [10] [11] [12] [13]

Notable alumni

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