Madonna University, Nigeria
Catholic university in Nigeria
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Madonna University is the first Catholic university in Nigeria. It was accredited by National Universities Commission. Madonna University Nigeria has three campuses that are located in Elele - Rivers State, Okija - Anambra State and Akpugo - Enugu State.
| Motto | Decency in education and morals |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Established | 1999 |
| Chancellor | Very Rev. Fr. Professor E.M.P Edeh |
| Location | Nigeria |
| Colors | Blue, white, maroon, yellow |
| Website | madonnauniversity |
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History
Founded on 10 May 1999 in Okija, Anambra State, it was established by Father Edeh.[1] Edeh had founded Our Saviour Institute of Science and Technology in Enugu the previous year.[2] In 2004, under the approval of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Madonna University's main campus was moved to Elele in Rivers State.[3]
Description
The university offers various courses including Law, Management, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy and Engineering.[3] The courses are accredited by the National Universities Commission, and the admission requirements are a minimum of 5 credits at not more than two sittings of the O-level schools Certificate Examination.[4]
The Elele campus has a University Teaching Hospital which is located a few kilometer away from the other campus at Okija.[5]
Notable alumni
- Hilda Baci (born 1995) chef, restaurateur, actress
- Tobechi Nneji, radio personality
