By John Ogunsemore
Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa said the ministry is advancing towards signing a major partnership with Coventry University to bring UK degrees to Nigeria.
Alausa, who is on President Bola Tinubu’s entourage for the state visit to the UK, disclosed this in an X post on Wednesday night.
The minister said that if finalised, the partnership would afford Nigerians an opportunity to earn fully accredited UK degrees — at significantly lower cost — without leaving the country.
According to him, this will help address the nagging issue of education tourism.
Alausa noted that the proposed campus in Alaro City, Lagos will offer Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes across STEMM, Business, and TVET, with admissions expected between Q3 and Q4 of 2026 (subject to approvals).
Alausa said, “I’m in London with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and we are already making real progress — advancing a major partnership with Coventry University to bring UK degrees to Nigeria.
This is personal.
“For too long, families have had to send their children thousands of miles away in search of quality education. We are changing that.
“With Coventry University Nigeria, our students will be able to earn fully accredited UK degrees — at significantly lower cost — without leaving the country.
“As I’ve said, we want Nigerian parents to enjoy having their children at home, while still receiving a world-class UK education.”
He added, “Beyond access, this is about building Nigeria’s human capital — developing the skills, talent, and workforce needed to drive innovation, productivity, and long-term national growth.
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