On the 27th of August 2025, the National Universities Commission (NUC) visited the Kaduna State University (KASU) to assess the accreditation status of the Accounting and Theater Arts programmes.
During the visit, Prof. Muhammad Akaro Mainoma, former Vice-Chancellor of Nasarawa State University, emphasised the importance of the accreditation process. He stated, “We are here today to confirm what has been presented to us. Our mission is to assess your institution in key areas — in terms of staff strength and quality, available facilities, and the curriculum itself. These three major components form the backbone of any credible academic program.” He further highlighted the significance of the library in the evaluation process, asserting that the essence of accreditation transcends mere numbers, focusing instead on quality.
Prof. Mainoma reiterated the necessity of maintaining a balanced mix of teaching staff, stating, “It is important to have a healthy mix of teaching staff — not just professors alone, and not only junior lecturers, but a sustainable balance that reflects both experience and continuity.” He expressed the ultimate goal of accreditation: to ensure uniformity and comparability across institutions, stating, “A graduate from Kaduna State University should have similar academic standing and quality as graduates from other universities in Nigeria and even abroad.”
He acknowledged that this visit was a re-accreditation exercise, allowing the team to verify how previous deficiencies had been addressed. “If we find that the deficiencies identified earlier have been adequately resolved, then there will be no obstacle to granting full accreditation for the next five years,” he concluded.
Prof. Killian O. Ogiedu, a professor in the Department of Accounting at the University of Benin, expressed appreciation for the warm reception from KASU. “On behalf of my team, I want to sincerely appreciate the university for the warm reception we have enjoyed since our arrival,” he stated, aligning his sentiments with those of Prof. Mainoma.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Helen Andow extended thanks to the visiting team. She shared her personal reflections about the visit, noting, “For me personally, there is something special about this visit. Perhaps what Professor Mainoma did not tell you is that it’s not always easy to receive your teacher and his team when you were once his PhD student.”
Prof. Andow emphasized the significance of the accreditation exercise, stating, “We are gathered here for one key purpose — the accreditation of two programs. This exercise is about assessing what we have and how well we comply with the NUC’s minimum academic standards.” She commended the NUC for its consistency in the accreditation process, acknowledging that it allows universities to reflect on their progress and areas for improvement.
As the visit concluded, the team proceeded to the library for an inspection, marking an essential step in the accreditation evaluation process.