Actis-backed education platform acquires Nigerian university
Honoris United Universities, a pan-African network of private higher education institutions majority owned by private equity firm Actis, has announced its expansion into West Africa by acquiring Nile University of Nigeria.
Established in 2009, Nile University of Nigeria is a fully accredited university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the arts and social sciences, engineering, law, management sciences, natural and applied sciences, and medical & health sciences. Committed to the best development experiences for its students, the university’s campus located in Abuja provides modern learning environments and high-quality facilities, including outstanding sports amenities as well as secure hostel accommodation.
Commenting, CEO of Honoris United Universities, Luis Lopez said, “As we welcome Nile University of Nigeria to the Honoris family of higher education institutions, we are undertaking an important step forward in our pan-African goal of widening access to quality higher education for young people in the continent. In light of Nigeria’s strategic importance to the development of Africa, we are pleased to be making this investment in the educational system of the country. Moreover, the high standards and the accomplishments of Nile University of Nigeria add significant collaborative intelligence and pedagogical capabilities to our network. I look forward to the contributions Honoris United Universities and Nile University of Nigeria will bring to our communities throughout Nigeria.”
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