LAGOS Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The National Universities Commission (NUC) has officially granted an operational license to Lighthouse University, Edo State.
The privately-owned institution, situated in Evbuobanosa Community along the Benin-Agbor Expressway, Orhionmwon LGA, received a nod from NUC after meeting all necessary requirements for approval.
The issuance of the operational certificate, contained in serial number 149 dated 22/2/2024, marks a significant milestone for the university.
The certificate read: “Upon fulfillment of all requirements laid down in the Education.
“According to the National Minimum Standards and Establishment of Institutions Act, Cap. E3 Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 2004, the Federal Government has approved the establishment of Lighthouse University, Evbuobanosa, Edo State,” announced the NUC.
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“It is hereby registered and permitted to operate as a private university in Nigeria.”
NUC endorsed three faculties, eight departments, and 15 programs for the university.
“These include Mass Communication, Political Science, Management Sciences, Sociology, Biological Sciences, Computer Sciences, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Computer Engineering.”
About Lighthouse University
Lighthouse University, founded by the Gospel Light International Ministries (GLIM), has a visionary goal.
The former national president of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and founder of GLIM, Felix Omobude, envisions the institution as a hands-on provider of technological and management solutions.
Additionally, it aims to be a beacon of moral and spiritual development.