About Edo State University

a picture of Edo State University Iyamho — there are trees and benches

THE FOUNTAIN OF KNOWLEDGE

Edo State University Iyamho, was established by the Edo State University Iyamho Law (2014) and subsequently amended to Edo State University Iyamho, Uzairue, (Amendment Law 2015). It was further amended as Edo State University Iyamho (Amendment Law 2016). The University was accorded recognition and issued license by the National Universities Commission on 23rd March, 2016, as the 41st State owned University and 142nd University in Nigeria.
Edo State University Iyamho is a fee-paying institution of world-class standard. The purpose for establishing the University is to meet the increasing demands for quality tertiary education in Edo State in particular and Nigeria in general. The Edo State Government also realised that developing human capital through quality education is the key to meaningful development of the State, hence the need to establish a University that will provide quality education. The University is also expected to propel social, economic, political, cultural, scientific and industrial growth of the State and Nigeria. The establishment of theEdo State University Uzairue will equally increase access to tertiary education for Edo State citizens and other Nigerians. Edo State University Iyamho is fully owned by Edo State Government.

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Our Vision

"The vision of Edo State University Iyamho (formerly Edo State University Uzairue), is to become the centre of excellence in quality teaching, research, innovations and community development."

Our Mission

Through its academic programmes, research initiatives, and innovative activities, the University aims to contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. We are committed to promoting scholarship and addressing the social, cultural, and economic needs of Edo State and Nigeria at large.

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