The Federal Government has secured a partnership with Coventry University under a Transnational Education, TNE, arrangement to establish a campus in Nigeria for the delivery of affordable, globally recognized degrees.
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja by Folasade Boriowo, Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education.
Alausa, who is currently in the United Kingdom accompanying President Bola Tinubu, said he had engaged with UK university leadership, key investors, and development partners to drive the initiative.
He said the proposed campus would be located in Alaro City, Lagos State, and would offer Bachelor’s and Master’s program in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine, Business, and Technical and Vocational Education and Training.
According to him, the degrees would be equivalent to those awarded in the United Kingdom, with admissions expected to commence between the third and fourth quarters of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
The minister said the initiative was designed to expand access to world-class education at reduced cost, while strengthening skills development and improving graduate employability.
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He added that the program would enable Nigerian students to study locally while receiving international-standard education.
Alausa noted that the partnership, supported by the UK’s Department for Business and Trade, underscored the government’s commitment to positioning Nigeria as a hub for knowledge, skills, and innovation.
Officials say the project is designed to significantly reduce the cost of obtaining foreign degrees, while retaining students within the country and strengthening local capacity. It is also expected to boost skills development and improve graduate employability in line with global standards.
Speaking on the development, Alausa emphasized the government’s commitment to easing the burden on Nigerian families while maintaining quality. “
We want Nigerian parents to enjoy their children being at home while still receiving a world class UK education
The ministry added that the initiative is being supported by the Department for Business and Trade, reflecting growing collaboration between Nigeria and the UK in the education sector.
NAN
