Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), formerly known as Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo, is a Nigerian university established by the Federal Government in 2011. The University prides itself as the ‘Home of Soaring Eagles’ that offers students excellent learning opportunities, informed by up-to-date research and facilitated by highly qualified and motivated workforce, with multi-media class rooms, well stocked modern libraries and well equipped laboratories for practical sessions in a serene learning environment. It aspires to be a world-class University recognized for the delivery of intellectually rigorous, cutting edge research and excellent teaching and learning experience, geared towards the production of graduates with the relevant hands-on, sellable and employability skills to soar in their chosen careers. Students are offered a wealth of academic choices together with articulation and mobility across the qualifications spectrum ranging from
| Acronym | AE-FUNAI |
| Nickname | AE-FUNAI |
| Motto / Slogan | Excellence and Integrity |
| Colour | Green, Blue |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Departments | 50 |
| Location | Ikwo, Ebonyi, Nigeria |
| Address | Alex Ekwueme Federal Univesity, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State |
The vision of the Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike is to become a vibrant centre of learning and research that will be reputable nationally and internationally and a hub for the economic transformation and development of the region through creative and innovative endeavours.
The Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI) aims to provide high-quality education and training, equip graduates with relevant skills for the global market, and foster economic development through its educational and outreach activities.
With world class talents, well equipped laboratories and state-of-the equipments and innovative technologies, our scholars are engaged everyday in investigations that offer great promise for scientific advancement.
The University prides itself on offering excellent learning experience for students, informed up-to-date research and facilitated by a high quality learning enviroment with multi-media classrooms and modern library.
The University offers a competitive pre-degree programme and an integrated foundation year in all academic programmes of the University to prepare prospective students who do not meet the standard entry criteria, for level 100 of relevant degree courses.
Prospective students would need to satisfy the following general requirements before they are offered admission to the Federal University, Ndufu Alike Ikwo.
A. For admission to 100 Level (UMEa), candidates must:
B. For admission to 200 level (direct entry), candidates should, in addition to five SSCE credit passes as in a (1) above, obtain at least two A’level (or its equivalent) passes in relevant subjects or possess NCE or OND with credit passes, or possess a good first degree in another field as the case may be.
In addition to the above general requirements, prospective students must satisfy faculty/departmental requirements.
Just like other accredited Universities in Nigeria, FUNAI abide by the Federal Government Policy on admission of students into the Tertiary Institutions as may be provided by the National Policy on Education.
1.1 Requirements for Admission
Candidates must possess Credits in English, Mathematics, plus Credit passes in at least three (3) other subjects relevant to his/her field of study.
1.2 Mode of Admission
The National Policy on Education provides two basic modes for admission of students into the Tertiary Institutions viz;
Regular Student Admission (UTME)
This candidates are expected to participate in the “A” level examination organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and must obtain a minimum average score as may be agreed by the Technical Committee Meeting of the Tertiary Education Committee.
Direct Entry Admission (D.E)
This category is for students with Diploma Certificate. They are usually admitted into second or third year of the similar Degree Programme where the Diploma was obtained. However, each University has the right to review its criteria for admission into Direct Entry
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He was born on 5th November, 1961 at Ekwashi, Ngbo in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.
He has over 14 years of post professorial and uninterrupted academic and administrative experience in the university system, having bagged his PhD in Medical Biochemistry from the Ebonyi State University, Ab... read more
He has had an illustrious career as a member of the academia, spanning over three decades. His journey as an academic started in 1987 when he served as a Research Assistant in the Department of Applied Biology, Anambra State University of Science and Technology (ASUTECH), Enugu campus. He however rose through the ranks in different universities in Nigeria and became a professor of Medical Biochemistry in 2006.
Professor Elom has published over 50 academic papers in top-tier and high ranking national and international journals with impact factors. He has also published many books, books chapters and monographs as well as many conference papers. More so, he has served as external examiner and assessor to many universities.
Ejiaga has more than 20 years of teaching, research and administrative experience in higher educational institutions in Africa, Europe and North America. His area of expertise is in developing and implementing educational tools and technologies in university classrooms.
He bagged a PhD in International and Comparative Studies, from the Stockholm University, Sweden in 1997, a Master’s Degree from the University of Lagos in 1987 and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Archaeology from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 1983.
He has served as member to numerous Committees in the University system such as the Curriculum/Exam/Result Committee, AE-FUNAI, Council of Deans, Southern University of New Orleans, Chair, Retention, Tenure and Promotion, Department of Social Sciences etc
He has also authored 3 books, one monograph and chapters in 3 books and over 30 articles in learned journals
Academically, he holds a Master's degree (LLM) and a Bachelor's Degree (LLB) in Law, both obtained from Abia State University, Uturu, in 2006 and 1999 respectively.
Barr. Igwe is a member of several professional bodies, including:
He hails from Umuokparaoha, Umulolo in Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State.
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State, Nigeria, formerly Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (FUNAI) was established by the Federal Government on February 26th, 2011 with the goal of expanding and improving access to quality tertiary education to every part of Nigeria. It however, started academic activities on 5th November, 2012, and was officially renamed by the Federal Government after the late civilian Vice President of Nigeria, Dr. Alex Ekwueme on 2nd February, 2018.
