THEME #6:
SUSTAINABILITY

Nigeria: Nile University

Contribution to the UN 2030 SDG's

Nigerian Universities Commission accreditation – NUC
Post Graduate Program in Peace, Conflict & Strategic Studies
The university uses a threefold approach to climate change: Reduce carbon footprint, track progress, develop further solutions
Research to eliminate slums
Promoting urban agriculture
Recycling and waste management
Application of a competitive recruitment process founded upon a fair, open, and transparent approach
Seeks to attract and engage staff from diverse backgrounds and abilities, and takes proactive steps to avoid unfair bias in its processes
Female students account for 46% of Nile University’s student population while male students comprise 54%.
Female representation at the Senior Leadership level in Nile University has increased significantly from 0% in 2019 to 28% in 2021
2021 Career Fair - ‘Students’ Employability Skills and Entrepreneurship Abilities'
Communication of job opportunities on the Nile community platform and networking with professionals from partner organizations
Free relevant seminars and workshops
Coordinated mentorship programs for students with Abuja Global Shapers
MOUs (+40) with different organizations and internship placements for student