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]
| 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. , Biu, Borno State. , 10°37′09″N 12°09′40″E / 10.6191°N 12.1611°E |
| 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.[2]
Background
editNigerian 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
edit- On 28 May 2019, the Nigerian Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai approved the appointment of Prof. David Iliya Malgwi as vice chancellor of Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB)[6]
- On 23 March 2020, the appointment of Prof. Kyari Mohammed was approved as Vice Chancellor of Nigerian Army University[7]
Courses offered
edit- Mechanical engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Building
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Biology
- International Relations
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Economics
- Political Science
- Electrical Electronic
- Military History
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.
References
edit- ^ "Senate considers bill for establishment of Nigerian Army University -". Vanguard News. 2020-06-16. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ a b "Nigerian Army University matriculates 1,016 students". 2019-02-21. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ "Senate Passes Bill to Establish Nigerian Army University". Sahara Reporters. 2020-07-21. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ Salau, Abdullateef (2020-02-18). "Bill to establish Nigerian Army University, Biu passes first reading in Senate". Daily Trust. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ "Bill To Set Up Nigerian Army University Passes Second Reading | Independent Newspapers Nigeria". www.independent.ng. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ "Buratai confirms Malgwi as army varsity VC". guardian.ng. 28 May 2019. Retrieved 2020-10-09.
- ^ "APC Chieftain Lauds Appointment of Prof Kyari As VC NAU Biu". Leadership Newspaper. 2020-03-29. Retrieved 2020-10-09.