The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted full accreditation to the Biotechnology programme at McPherson University, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Ogun State, marking a significant milestone for the institution's academic development.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by the university's Director of Information and Public Relations, Tokunbo Olakunle.
According to the statement, the approval was formally conveyed in a letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Francis Igbasan.
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The letter, signed by Engr. Abraham Chundusu, Director of Accreditation, on behalf of the NUC Executive Secretary, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, also confirmed full accreditation for nine other academic programmes in the university.
Biotechnology is one of the flagship programmes under the Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences.
Reacting to the development, the Acting Head of Department, Dr. Sunday Omeike, described the accreditation as a reflection of the university's investment in quality education, infrastructure, and research capacity.
"We give glory to God for this achievement. The full accreditation by the NUC affirms that we have met and exceeded the required standards," he said.
Omeike commended the university management for providing the resources needed to sustain the programme, highlighting the availability of modern laboratory equipment and qualified academic staff.
He noted that the NUC accreditation team had expressed satisfaction with the department's readiness to produce highly skilled graduates capable of making impact in the biotechnology field.
The researcher, whose work focuses on actinobacteria, drug discovery, and antibiotic resistance, also assured prospective students and parents of the programme's quality.
"Studying Biotechnology here offers a strong foundation for future success. We are committed to training graduates who can compete globally," he added.
Established in 2012, McPherson University's Department of Microbiology and Biotechnology has grown to include programmes in Microbiology, Biochemistry, and other natural sciences, producing graduates recognized for academic excellence.
