The National Universities Commission (NUC) has concluded its second and final verification visit to the proposed FortLugard University in Apo, Abuja, marking a significant milestone toward the institution’s formal take-off.
The NUC delegation, led by Mr. Ladan Ashafa, Director of the Directorate of Establishment of Private Universities, visited the campus on September 11, 2024, to assess the university’s readiness for academic activities.
The team was received by the Visioner, Chief Ogwu James Onoja, SAN, alongside the Co-Visioner and Chairperson of the Project Implementation Committee, Chief (Mrs.) Rosemary Onoja, ACCA, ACA. The promoters led the commission’s officials on an extensive tour of the newly completed infrastructure.
Facilities inspected included the Senate Building, University Library, a state-of-the-art Auditorium, and the University Clinic. The delegation also assessed the faculty buildings, lecture halls, classrooms, staff offices, the Entrepreneurship Centre, and the campus gatehouses.
Following the assessment, Mr. Ashafa expressed satisfaction with the progress made, commending the promoters for the high quality of facilities and the commitment demonstrated in meeting the commission’s standards.
In his remarks, Chief Ogwu James Onoja, SAN, reiterated the university’s vision to provide top-tier education and foster entrepreneurship in the Federal Capital Territory.
The successful verification marks the final stage in the university’s establishment process as it awaits the official nod from the NUC to commence academic operations.
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