Nigerian Army University Biu Explained

Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) is a Nigerian Public tertiary institution located in Biu, Borno State, Nigeria. It is a research higher institution for innovation and technology for the Nigerian Army. It was established in 2018.[1] [2]

Nigerian Army University Biu
Type:Public
Established:2018
Founder:Federal Republic of Nigeria
Vice Chancellor:Prof.Kyari Mohammed
Address:No 1, Gombe road, PMB 1500, Biu, Borno State, Nigeria.
City:Biu, Borno State.
Country:Nigeria
Website:https://naub.edu.ng/

The university is managed by the Nigerian Army which has 75% civilian and 25% military and paramilitary. It is the first Nigerian Army University and Africa's First Green University.

Background

Nigerian Army University Biu was established by the federal government of Nigeria to be a centre of innovation and technological development for the Nigerian defence sector and the nation to meet the ever-changing and rapid development in the dynamics of modern warfare. The Act to establish it was passed in 2018.[3] [4]

The university is located in Biu, Borno State. It focuses on research and technological innovation in the defence sector with particular emphasis on local challenges in asymmetrical warfare in Nigeria, Africa and the world at large.[5]

Vice Chancellors

Courses offered

Student Accommodation

The Nigerian Army University Biu Hostel is located right inside the Nigerian Army Barracks Biu, providing adequate security for students of the institution.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2020-06-16. Senate considers bill for establishment of Nigerian Army University -. 2020-10-09. Vanguard News. en-US.
  2. Web site: 2019-02-21. Nigerian Army University matriculates 1,016 students. 2020-10-09. en-GB.
  3. Web site: 2020-07-21. Senate Passes Bill to Establish Nigerian Army University. 2020-10-09. Sahara Reporters.
  4. Web site: Salau. Abdullateef. 2020-02-18. Bill to establish Nigerian Army University, Biu passes first reading in Senate. 2020-10-09. Daily Trust. en.
  5. Web site: Bill To Set Up Nigerian Army University Passes Second Reading Independent Newspapers Nigeria. 2020-10-09. www.independent.ng.
  6. Web site: Buratai confirms Malgwi as army varsity VC. 2020-10-09. guardian.ng. 28 May 2019.
  7. Web site: 2020-03-29. APC Chieftain Lauds Appointment of Prof Kyari As VC NAU Biu. 2020-10-09. Leadership Newspaper. en-GB.