University in Nigeria
Kubwa, Abuja (FCT)
University profile
Al-Muhibbah Open University (AOU) is a private open and distance learning (ODL) university in Nigeria, licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC) following Federal Executive Council approval in June 2023. It grew out of the Al-Muhibbah Institute of ICT & Entrepreneurship Limited, and its Chancellor is Hajiya (Dr) Aisha Bala Mohammed, fNCS, Sarauniyar Bauchi. The name comes from the Arabic word for goodwill and compassion. The university's stated vision is to be a premier open university recognised for innovative, high-quality and accessible higher education across Africa and beyond.
Teaching is delivered online through a learning management system with live virtual lectures, recorded sessions, digital assessments, discussion forums and a 24/7 digital library, all reached through a single student portal. Students can study from a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone, which suits working professionals, entrepreneurs, school leavers and career changers. Academic advising, student affairs and an ICT helpdesk support students from enquiry to graduation.
Academic work is organised in five faculties: Allied Health Sciences, Computing, Management Sciences, Social Sciences and Arts, together with a School of Postgraduate Studies led by Dr Edeghagba Eghosa Elijah. Undergraduate degrees include Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, Data Science & Analytics, Information Technology, Nursing Science, Public Health, Healthcare & Hospital Management, Health Information Management, Environmental Health Science, Business Administration, Accounting & Finance, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Public Administration, Economics, International Relations, Marketing, Criminology & Security Studies, and B.A. Arabic, Islamic Studies and Shariah. Master's programmes include the MBA, MPA, MPH, MIT and Master of International Affairs & Diplomacy.
The main administrative campus is in Kubwa, Abuja, with a study centre in Bauchi along the Maiduguri Bypass. Liaison offices operate in Kano, Jos, Keffi and Jalingo. These centres give students access to academic guidance and administrative support. Student life centres on virtual classrooms, webinars, orientation, matriculation, semester examinations and convocation.
Applications are open to Nigerian and qualified international applicants through 100 Level, Direct Entry, Inter-University Transfer, Top-Up and postgraduate routes. JAMB/UTME is not required before applying; admitted students receive guidance on JAMB regularisation. The university's leadership includes Vice-Chancellor Assoc. Prof. Ibrahim Hassan and Registrar Barr. Muslim Maigari.
Scholarships, sponsorships and other financial support initiatives are announced from time to time through the university's official channels. Employer, government-agency and foundation sponsored students are welcome, and the Admissions Team guides sponsors on documentation and payment. Flexible instalment payment arrangements are available on request. Details: Tuition and financial support.
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View scholarships for Al-Muhibbah Open University, Abuja →A minimum of five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language (compulsory) and Mathematics for most programmes, from WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB, obtained in not more than two sittings. Programme-specific requirements may apply. JAMB/UTME is not required before applying; successful applicants receive guidance on JAMB regularisation and other statutory requirements. Documents: valid email and phone, O'Level results, passport photograph and valid identification.
Five credit passes including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or equivalent, plus a relevant ND, HND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, GCE Advanced Level or a recognised bachelor's degree. Official credentials are verified before admission.
Previous admission into a recognised university, a record of satisfactory progress, and transfer into the same or a closely related programme. O'Level results must meet the minimum admission requirements. An official transcript and the admission letter from the previous university are required, and credits are evaluated individually.
For holders of a recognised bachelor's degree, including graduates wanting to improve a lower classification such as Third Class, or to take a related second degree. Entry is directly into 300 Level and the programme can be completed in 18 months. Applicants need the degree certificate and transcript, plus five O'Level credits including English and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.
A recognised bachelor's degree from an approved university, with programme-specific minimum qualifications. Transcripts, degree certificate or statement of result, passport photograph, identification and a CV may be required.
Qualified international applicants who meet the entry requirements may apply for undergraduate, transfer and postgraduate programmes.
Choose a programme, complete the online application form and upload credentials, then receive an offer letter and access to the student portal. Applications are open for the September 2026 intake (2026/2027 session). The application fee is non-refundable. Admissions enquiries: [email protected], +234 (803) 682 6868.
Payment can be made in full per session or by instalments where applicable, through the student portal.
Learning takes place on the virtual campus: a student portal with live and recorded lectures, an LMS, a digital library (5,000+ digital resources) and an ICT helpdesk. Nursing and health programmes include supervised clinical placements in approved healthcare facilities. The university has no residential halls; it is a distance-learning institution.
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