Federal University of Agriculture, Ute Okpu (Establishment) Bill

A Bill establishes a federal university in Ute Okpu dedicated to agricultural sciences and agribusiness. It targets students, farming communities, and investors needing trained agricultural professionals. This aims to support Nigeria's food security and drive regional agricultural transformation.

Federal University of Agriculture, Ute Okpu (Establishment) Bill Policy Overview

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a Federal University of Agriculture in Ute Okpu, Delta State, dedicated to agricultural sciences, agribusiness, food technology, and rural development to support Nigeria's food security agenda and agricultural transformation.

Who Does It Target?

Students pursuing degrees in agriculture, food science, and agribusiness Farming communities in Delta State and the South-South zone Federal Ministry of Agriculture and NUC Agro-industrial and agribusiness investors requiring trained agricultural professionals

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Establish a dedicated federal university of agriculture in the South-South geopolitical zone Produce graduates equipped to transform Nigeria's agricultural sector through science and innovation Drive research in tropical crop science, aquaculture, soil science, and agribusiness Support food security and rural development in the Niger Delta region

Key Features

Current Status

Funding: Federal Government annual budget; TETFund; TETFUND agricultural research grants

How to Access

Upon establishment, admission via JAMB UTME and Post-UTME screening. Requirements: Five O-Level credits including Biology, Chemistry, and English JAMB UTME score meeting university cut-off Post-UTME assessment for science and agricultural programmes Application method: JAMB portal: www.jamb.gov.ng upon establishment of the university

Impact & Metrics

The South-South has no dedicated federal university of agriculture; Ute Okpu will provide the first such institution in the zone, directly supporting the region's agricultural potential.

Official Resources

Website: www.education.gov.ng | www.nuc.edu.ng | www.agriculture.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Education — [email protected] Federal Republic of Nigeria — Policy Summary Document | March 2026

Legal Framework

Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999; National Universities Commission Act; Education (National Minimum Standards) Act; Federal Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act