Franco-British University Set to Launch Academic Programs in Kaduna

Franco-British University Set to Launch Academic Programs in Kaduna

The Franco-British International University (FBIU), Kaduna, Nigeria’s first university with both British and French academic influences, will commence its academic activities in October 2024.

This was revealed in a statement by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdullahi Muhammad Sabo, during a media interaction on Monday.

According to the Vice-Chancellor, the university will commence operations with three schools: the School of Computing, the School of Nursing, and the School of Health Sciences.

FBIU was founded by Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, who also established the Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) in Niger and the Canadian University in Abuja.

During a visit by the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Professor Armayau Hamisu Bichi, the founder, Professor Gwarzo, reiterated his passion and commitment to education, stating that he would dedicate himself fully to the sector.

“In Nigeria, the Franco-British International University (FBIU) is yet another effort to bring forth a truly world-class education to Africa,” he said.

FBIU was granted a provisional operational license by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in 2023, along with the Canadian University of Nigeria, which is also part of the MAAUN group of universities.

“I’m known for education and will continue to be committed to it. We did it in Niger and Kano, and we have instilled the spirit of morality and academic standards among our students and staff,” Professor Gwarzo said.

He further stated that the university will ensure high standards, discipline, and morality among its students and staff, just as they have done in Kano and Niger.

By PRNigeria