Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) was conceived and funded by the Akwa Ibom State Government. Unity of people with a passion to constantly seek knowledge that addresses practical issues of development in Nigeria. The university opened its doors to its pioneer students in the 2010/2011 academic year.
At conception, the university was to be located within Akwa Ibom State's Technology Triangle at th University Town. However, the
administration of the Akwa Ibom State Government have changed the enabling
law of the university into a multi-campus institution with the main campus at Ikot Akpaden, Mkpat Enin L.G.A and a second campus situated at Obio Akpa, Oruk Anam L.G.A. The goals of the university have been modified by the
administration of the State Government in order to transform the university into a conventional university whose focus is not just Technology and Applied Science but also Arts.
Last Updated on: Nov 26, 2024