Prince Abubakar Audu University - PAAU

Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), formerly known as Kogi State University (KSU), Anyigba, is a state-owned university located in Anyigba, Kogi State, Nigeria. The institution is one of the leading public universities in North-Central Nigeria and is widely recognized for quality teaching, research development, and broad academic programmes in sciences, arts, education, law, management sciences, agriculture, medicine, and social sciences.

The university was originally established in 1999 by the Kogi State Government as Kogi State University. In 2021, it was officially renamed Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) in honour of late Prince Abubakar Audu, former Governor of Kogi State and a key figure in the creation of the university.

Today, PAAU remains one of Nigeria’s respected state universities with thousands of students from across the country.

History of the Institution

Prince Abubakar Audu University began as Kogi State University, Anyigba in 1999. It was created to provide accessible higher education opportunities to the people of Kogi State and surrounding regions.

The university quickly developed into a multi-faculty institution, expanding infrastructure, academic staff, student enrollment, and research capacity. It became especially known for Law, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, Education, and Agricultural programmes.

In 2021, the Kogi State Government renamed the university to honour Prince Abubakar Audu. Despite the name change, many students still search online using KSU or Kogi State University.

Location

Anyigba, Dekina Local Government Area, Kogi State, Nigeria

The university is situated in Anyigba, one of the largest educational towns in Kogi State.

School Overview

Current Name: Prince Abubakar Audu University
Former Name: Kogi State University
Abbreviation: PAAU / Formerly KSU
Established: 1999
Ownership: Kogi State Government
Type: Public State University
Location: Anyigba, Kogi State
Programmes: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma, Pre-degree, JUPEB, Professional Courses

Why Choose PAAU?

One of the top universities in North-Central Nigeria
Strong Law, Management, Agriculture and Science programmes
Affordable tuition structure
Large student community
Functional online portals
Recognized alumni network
Strategic location in central Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges

PAAU operates several faculties including:

Faculty of Agriculture
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Management Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Health Sciences
College of Medical Sciences
School of Postgraduate Studies

List of Courses offered in Prince Abubakar Audu University

Agriculture

Animal Production
Crop Production
Soil Science
Agricultural Economics
Fisheries

Arts / Humanities

English Language
History and International Studies
Theatre Arts
Philosophy
Christian Religious Studies
Islamic Studies

Education

Education Biology
Education Chemistry
Education Mathematics
Education Economics
Guidance and Counselling
Educational Administration

Law

Law (LL.B.)

Management Sciences

Accounting
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Public Administration
Marketing

Natural Sciences

Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Geology
Mathematics
Microbiology
Physics
Statistics

Social Sciences

Economics
Geography
Mass Communication
Political Science
Sociology

Health / Medical Sciences

Anatomy
Physiology
Nursing Science
Medicine and Surgery
Medical Laboratory Science

For complete official course listings, Please check school website or latest news below for newest update.

Admission Requirements

UTME Admission

Applicants are generally required to have:

Five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics
Acceptable JAMB score
Choice of PAAU as preferred institution
Participation in screening exercise
Upload credentials on JAMB CAPS

Direct Entry

Candidates with ND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, A-Level, or equivalent may apply into 200 level.