Security, Defence & Transport PhD Programmes in Nigeria

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PhD Criminology and Security Studies

Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria

Degree: Doctorate
Next intake: Annual intake; 2026/2027 postgraduate online screening registration 7 July 2026 to 30 September 2026 (screening fee N3,000)

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National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria

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Kwararafa University, Wukari, Nigeria

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Achievers University, Owo, Nigeria

Degree: Doctorate
Next intake: Annual intake; admission via UTME and Direct Entry (200 Level), 2026/2027 session as published.

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Arthur Javis University Akpoyubo Cross river State, Nigeria

Degree: Doctorate
Next intake: Annual intake via UTME and direct entry; pre-degree programme also offered (admission requirements page). Applicants must apply in person at the university.

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Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna, Nigeria

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Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti - Ekiti State, Nigeria

Degree: Doctorate
Next intake: Annual intake; 2025/2026 fresh students resumed 22-26 September 2025 (by college) with lectures beginning 29 September 2025. Admission via UTME and post-UTME screening.

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Ekiti State University, Nigeria

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Redeemer's University, Ede, Nigeria

Degree: Doctorate
Next intake: Annual intake; first semester of the academic session (2026/2027 admissions advertised); UTME, Direct Entry and inter-university transfer routes.