List of Approved Nursing Schools in Nigeria (2025)

 

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Nursing and Midwifery Education in Nigeria: 2025 Accreditation Guide

Are You Planning a Career in Nursing or Midwifery in Nigeria?

Whether you are a prospective student, a parent, or a health professional, verifying that your chosen nursing school is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) is essential. Training at an accredited institution ensures your education meets national standards and protects your future license.

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About the NMCN 2025 Accredited Nursing Schools List

The NMCN has released its updated list of over 260 approved nursing and midwifery training institutions across Nigeria. The list covers:

● Colleges of Nursing Sciences
● Departments of Nursing Sciences in Universities
● Post-basic Nursing Programs (specialized training)
● Schools currently under accreditation process

You can find programs such as ND Nursing, Midwifery, and Post-Basic specialties including Psychiatry, Critical Care, Anaesthesia, Community Nursing, and more.

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Why Is This List Important?

Choosing an unaccredited nursing school risks:

● Being ineligible to sit for national licensure exams
● Training that is not recognized by employers or health institutions
● Difficulties in meeting international standards if planning to work abroad

Using the latest NMCN-approved list protects your investment in education and your career future.

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Snapshot: Popular Approved Nursing Schools by State

Lagos State

● College of Nursing Sciences, LUTH, Idi-Araba
● Nigerian Army College of Nursing, Yaba
● College of Nursing Sciences, Igando
● University of Lagos Department of Nursing
● Trinity University, Yaba

Abia State

● College of Nursing Sciences, Amachara
● College of Nursing Sciences, ABSUTH, Aba
● Department of Nursing, Abia State University, Uturu
● Rhema University, Aba
● Clifford University, Owerrinta

Rivers State

● College of Nursing Sciences, Port Harcourt
● Department of Nursing Sciences, Rivers State University
● PAMO University of Medical Sciences
● University of Port Harcourt
● College of Nursing, UPTH

Federal Capital Territory (Abuja)

● College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada
● National Hospital, Abuja
● Baze University
● University of Abuja
● Horizon College of Nursing Sciences

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Post-Basic Specialty Programs Available in Over 30 States

● Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
● Perioperative Nursing
● Ophthalmic Nursing
● Orthopaedic Nursing
● Neonatal and Paediatric Nursing
● Public Health Nursing
● Community and Midwifery Nursing

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Schools Currently Undergoing Accreditation

The NMCN permits these institutions to admit students but they remain under review pending full accreditation:

● University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom
● American University of Nigeria, Yola
● Al-Ansar University, Maiduguri
● Federal University, Lokoja
● Anchor University, Lagos
● Mercy Medical University, Osun
● University on the Niger, Anambra

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Departments of Nursing Under Accreditation Process

● Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
● Kaduna State University, Kaduna, Kaduna State
● University of Medical Science, Lagos, Lagos State
● Elizade University of Medical Sciences, Ondo State
● Wesley University, Ondo, Ondo State
● Ekiti State University, Ekiti, Ekiti State
● Benue State University, Makurdi, Benue State
● University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
● Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu, Osun State
● Nok University, Kachia, Kaduna State
● Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
● McPherson University, Abeokuta, Ogun State
● Rhema University, Aba, Abia State
● Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu
● Alhikma University, Ilorin, Kwara State
● Atiba University, Ibadan, Oyo State
● Khadijat University, Majia, Jigawa State
● Novena University, Delta State
● Ave Maria University, Nasarawa State
● Taraba State University, Taraba State
● Yobe State University, Yobe State
● Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State
● Thomas Adeyemi University, Oko, Kwara
● Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ebonyi State
● Well-Spring University, Edo State
● Arthur Jarvis University, Cross River State
● Clifford University, Owerrinta, Abia State
● Tansian University, Anambra State
● Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State
● Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ilesa, Osun State
● Gombe State University, Gombe State
● Abundance Wisdom University, Akwa Ibom State
● Al-Istiqama University, Kano State
● Kebbi State University, Kebbi State

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Accreditation Status Notes

● Full Accreditation: Valid for 5 years
● Provisional Accreditation: Valid for 2 years
● Embargo on Student Intake: Indefinite until deficiencies are rectified and a resource verification visit is conducted; decision to lift embargo made by the Board
● Denied/Withdrawn Accreditation: Indefinite until deficiencies are rectified and re-accreditation visit conducted; Board makes the decision
● This list is subject to periodic review

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Final Word

With a growing demand for licensed nurses both in Nigeria and abroad, starting your nursing education at an accredited institution is the critical first step. This comprehensive guide is your essential roadmap for admissions in 2025/2026 and beyond.

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