Gregory University
Private university in Abia State, Nigeria
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Gregory University (GUU) is located in Uturu, Abia State in Nigeria. It is a private University named after Pope Gregory I.[2][3][4]
| Motto | Knowledge for tomorrow |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Established | 2012 |
| Founder | Gregory Ibe |
| Chancellor | Gregory Okechukwu Ibe |
| Vice-Chancellor | Prof. C. U Njoku[1] |
| Students | 2000+ |
| Location | , , 5.83155693°N 7.41892274°E |
| Campus | Urban |
  Location in Nigeria | |
History
The Gregory University is a Christian private university that was established in 2012 with approval from National Universities Commission (NUC).[5]
Colleges
- Gregory University, Uturu (GUU) has about eight colleges which includes the following:
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences
- College of Law
- College of Engineering
- College of Agriculture
- College of Environmental Sciences
- College of Humanities
- College of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Joseph Bokai College of Social and Management Sciences
Departments
There are over thirty departments currently at Gregory University, Uturu (GUU). They are as follows:
- Medicine and Surgery
- Human Anatomy
- Medical Biochemistry
- Human Physiology
- Medical laboratory Sciences
- Public Health Sciences
- Radiography and Radiation Sciences
- Optometry
- Pharmacy
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Public and Private Law
- Business and Commercial Law
- Estate Management
- Surveying and Geo-informatics
- Quantity Surveying
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Architecture
- Geology
- Agriculture
- Hotel Management and Tourism
- History and International Studies
- English Language and Literary Studies
- Linguistics and Communication Studies
- French and International Studies
- Theater and Media Studies
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Microbiology
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Banking and Finance
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Insurance
- Sociology
- Marketing
- Mass Communication
- Biology Education
- Chemistry Education
- Mathematics Education
- Guidance and Counseling Education
- Business Education
- Physical and Health Sciences Education
- English Education
- French Education
Administration and governance
Gregory University is a private Catholic university located in Uturu, Abia State, Nigeria. It was established in 2012 by Gregory University Foundation, with a mission to promote excellence in education, ethical values, and service. The governance structure includes a Chancellor, Governing Council, Vice‑Chancellor, and principal officers responsible for academic and administrative leadership.[6]
Founder / Chancellor
- Rev. Fr. Gregory Ibe – Founder and Chancellor (2012–present), who established the university’s vision and mission and provides ceremonial leadership.[7]
Vice‑Chancellors
| Vice‑Chancellor | Tenure |
|---|---|
| Prof. Augustine Mbara | 2012–2017 |
| Prof. Leo E. Ugwuegbu | 2017–2023 |
| Prof. Darlington E. Obodo | 2023–present |
Principal Officers
| Office | Holder | |
|---|---|---|
| Registrar | Mrs. Rosemary Eze | Oversees academic records and administrative registries. |
| Bursar | Mr. John Nwosu | Responsible for financial management. |
| University Librarian | Dr. Blessing Okeke | Leads library services and information resources. |
Convocation
Gregory University holds convocation ceremonies to confer degrees and recognize academic achievement among graduating students.
| Year | Convocation | Key details |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 4th | Early ceremony marking institutional growth. |
| 2019 | 7th | Expanded offerings with postgraduate graduands. |
| 2022 | 10th | Key ceremony with increased first‑class honours. |
| 2025 | 13th | Latest documented convocation with undergraduate and postgraduate awards. |
Rankings
According to the 2025 EduRank university rankings, Gregory University is ranked:
- #91 in Nigeria
- #604 in Africa
- #10,983 in the world
EduRank evaluates universities based on research output, online prominence and academic reputation.[9]
Affiliations and partnerships
Gregory University is accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) of Nigeria.[10]
The university has collaborations with national and international academic institutions to promote research, student exchanges, and curriculum development. It also participates in professional society partnerships aimed at enhancing the quality of education and employability of graduates.[11]
Campus life and community engagement
Gregory University’s campus in Uturu includes academic facilities, student hostels, laboratories, and recreational areas supporting student learning and co‑curricular activities. The university also engages in community outreach programmes focused on health, education support, and youth empowerment in surrounding communities.[12]
