Mountain Top University has achieved a significant academic milestone with its Department of Nursing Science securing full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC), the regulatory body for university education in Nigeria.

The Department of Nursing Science, established in 2024 as part of the College of Allied Health Sciences, has demonstrated outstanding compliance with national academic standards and professional requirements within a remarkably short period.

As part of the accreditation assessment process, a high-powered evaluation team from the NUC visited the University in January 2026 to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the programme. The team reviewed critical components of the department, including teaching and learning resources, laboratory facilities, library holdings, curriculum content, and classroom infrastructure. The exercise aimed to ascertain the department's readiness to deliver quality education and produce competent healthcare professionals capable of meeting Nigeria's healthcare needs and global standards.

The outcome of the rigorous evaluation was formally released in May 2026, with the Department of Nursing Science earning full accreditation status. This endorsement affirms the programme's academic integrity, institutional capacity, and commitment to excellence.

Reacting to the development, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Elijah Ayolabi described the achievement as a testament to the University's unwavering pursuit of excellence. He expressed deep appreciation to Chancellor Dr D. K. Olukoya for his visionary leadership and steadfast support. Professor Ayolabi also commended the Governing Council, management, faculty, and the entire university community for their collective dedication, resilience, and commitment to maintaining high academic and moral standards.

With this national affirmation, Mountain Top University continues to strengthen its reputation as a rapidly emerging centre of excellence, committed to producing highly skilled, ethically grounded, and industry-ready graduates who can contribute meaningfully to Nigeria's healthcare sector and the global community.