By Jimmy Jackson
The National Universities Commission (NUC), has approved the establishment of the Cross River State University of Education and Entrepreneurship as the 67th state university in Nigeria.
The Executive Secretary of the Commission, Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu who presented the recognition letter to the governor, Bassey Edet Otu on Tuesday, 11 March, 2025 in Abuja, noted that with the approval, the state now has seven universities.
According to Ribadu, the new institution is expected to provide quality education with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, equipping students with the necessary skills to thrive in the modern economy, advancing higher education and contributing to the socio-economic development of Cross River State and beyond.
He said: “The approval of this proposed university or this university shall be in line with our mandates to regulate and maintain quality assurance in the Nigerian university system.
“The establishment of the Cross River University of Education and Entrepreneurship, ACAMPA, Cross River State is yet another bold and strategic move that will undoubtedly empower the youth, develop the workforce, and promote knowledge-driven development in the states.
“Cross River State has a rich and evolving higher education landscape with institutions that foster academic excellence, research, and community development.
“Currently, the state is home to six notable universities comprising a federal, a state, and four private universities among tertiary institutions.
“The Cross River State Government has played a significant role in expanding access to quality higher education through policies, infrastructure development, funding, and now the establishment of a second state-owned university, which further underscores the government’s commitment to expanding higher education opportunities.”
