ABUJA, NIGERIA – On August 31, 2023, the National Universities Commission (NUC), the regulatory and accreditation body for universities in Nigeria, paid a visit to Miva Open University to conduct a comprehensive resource verification exercise. The purpose of the visit was to assess the university’s preparedness for the commencement of academic programmes as a newly licenced institution.
The Miva Open University team, led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Tayo Arulogun, warmly welcomed the NUC panel of experienced professors, administrators, and open and distance learning experts. Under the leadership of Founder and Chancellor Sim Shagaya, the university has gained recognition as an innovator in educational services, striving to disrupt and revolutionise the delivery of education to make it more accessible and affordable while maintaining its commitment to quality and academic excellence.
During a courtesy call at the Vice Chancellor’s office, the Acting Executive Secretary of NUC, Chris Maiyaki, expressed his admiration for the Founder and Chancellor of Miva Open University, Sim Shagaya. Mr. Maiyaki commended Mr. Shagaya for his visionary and strategic investments in educational services that aim to disrupt and innovate the delivery of education, making it more accessible and affordable without compromising on quality and academic excellence. In recognising the university’s efforts, Maiyaki stated, “Miva Open University is a shining example of the positive impact innovative approaches can have on the education sector. By leveraging technology and implementing flexible learning methods, they are widening access to quality education, which is crucial for the development of our society.”
Sim Shagaya, Founder and Chancellor of Miva Open University expressed his gratitude for the recognition and support from the NUC. “We are honoured to be acknowledged by the NUC for our efforts in transforming education in Nigeria. Our goal is to create a learning environment that empowers individuals to reach their full potential, regardless of their geographical location or socioeconomic background. We believe that education is a fundamental right that should be accessible to all”.
Miva Open University operates on an open and distance learning model, utilising advanced technologies to deliver courses and provide a dynamic learning experience to its students. Through its online platform, the university offers a wide range of academic programmes designed to prepare students for successful careers in various fields.
“We are honoured to have received the NUC panel’s recognition of our commitment to transforming education in Nigeria,” said Prof. Tayo Arulogun, Vice Chancellor of Miva Open University. “As a university, our goal is to break barriers and create opportunities for individuals who may not have had access to traditional higher education. We believe that by embracing innovation, we can empower our students to achieve their full potential.”
About Miva Open University:
Miva Open University is a newly licenced institution in Nigeria that offers academic programmes through an open and distance learning approach. Sim Shagaya founded the university with the goal of making quality education accessible and affordable to all while leveraging technology to create an innovative and dynamic learning environment. Miva Open University is committed to delivering excellence in education while preparing students for successful careers in the global job market.
For more information about Miva Open University and its mission, please visit their website at https://miva.university/
