The National Universities Commission (NUC) has given the license of operation to two new private universities.
Also, the executive secretary of the NUC, Mr Chris Maiyaki, has been appointed to the International Advisory Committee (IAC)
It is a United Kingdom-based non-profit organisation operated by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) PAY
Mr. Chris Maiyaki, currently serving as the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), has been appointed to the International Advisory Committee (IAC) by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the United Kingdom.
The QAA, an independent charity dedicated to improving standards in higher education, praised Maiyaki’s professional achievements.
The NUC recently approved to new private university since Chris Maiyaki assumed office.
Eduardo Ramos, Director of International and Professional Services for Higher Education at the QAA, highlighted Maiyaki’s extensive experience at the NUC and his notable accomplishments since taking office as Acting Executive Secretary.
These include approving Transnational Education (TNE) guidelines and Quality Assurance in Nigeria, aligning with the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS).
The QAA is renowned globally for its expertise in quality assurance and is trusted by educational institutions and regulatory bodies. It emphasises student involvement and collaborates with governments, agencies, and institutions worldwide.
The agency’s International Advisory Committee (IAC) comprises distinguished experts advising various international initiatives, including partnerships, accreditation, and consultancy activities.
Ramos stated that the Committee’s establishment came after the QAA introduced a new Strategy for 2023-2027, highlighting an international focus as one of its four essential functions.
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