Military universities in Nigeria are those institutions under the Nigerian military. Unlike the conventional academic institutions around, the Nigerian military universities aside from providing academic training to its students, it also furnishes officer cadets with the necessary military training, skills, and mindset needed to fit in as officers of the Nigerian Army, Air force or Navy. They are militarily inclined unlike the large majority of the universities that are civilly inclined.
Contrary to general belief, military universities in Nigeria are not meant for only officers or cadets of the Nigerian military. In fact, one of the schools wants to have only Twenty-Five (25) per cent of its students to be military officers/cadets and the remaining Seventy-Five (75) per cent as civilians.
Currently, there are two (2) military universities in Nigeria. The widely known Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) Kaduna and the Nigerian Army University, Biu situated in Borno State.
Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA)
The Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) situated in Kaduna state is the first, commonly known and most coveted military university in Nigeria. NDA was created in January 1964 to replace the British run Royal Military Forces Training College (RMFTC), which had been renamed the Nigerian Military Training College (NMTC) on independence.
This military university has trained officer corps of the Nigerian Army, Air Force, Navy. Although it was established in 1964, it wasn’t until 1985 before it started providing undergraduate programs to officers in training. At the moment now, the NDA now offers M.Sc. and PhD programmes.
Initially, the NDA trainers were mostly officers in the Indian Army. The NDA grew to an all Nigerian training staff only in 1978. In 1981, itself began training bilateral training of foreign militaries. Due to the fact that the first trainers in this school are Indians, its first commander is an Indian with the name Brigadier M.R. Varma.
Duration of training at the Nigerian Defence Academy is five (5) years, which include four (4) years of academic studies and one (1) year of military training. Click here to see Nigerian Defence Academy Courses and Requirements.
Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB)
The Nigerian A’my University Biu (NAUB) is the second military university we have in need in Nigeria and also the newest. This university was established in 2018 making it one of the most recently established university in Nigeria. The University’s focus is to strengthen the Nigerian Army and the nation through sound and innovative uses of science and technology.
According to the information provided on NAUB website (www.naub.edu.ng), the vision of the army university is to become a solution centre in technology, research and development for the promotion of self-reliance, creativity and innovation in addressing the challenges of the Nigerian Army, the military as well as the nation.
The university is on a mission to develop highly skilled military and civilian manpower with distinctive competence capable of providing technological solutions to the problems of the Nigerian Army, the military and the nation.
The university plans having both civilians and the military as students. According to the university, they plan having about 75 percent of their students as civilians while the military takes up the remaining 25 percent. The staff of the university is also mixed with both civilians and the military.
The University has seven faculties and they are: Science, Technology, Military Technology, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Administrative and Management Studies, Military Policy, Logistics and Strategies.
Looking at the list of faculties, you will agree that one of the things that set this school aside is the introduction of military inclined faculties.
Like it was stated in the beginning, this school is still in its infantry state, it currently does not have any Alumni.
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Other Nigerian Military Schools include:
- Air Force Institute of Technology Kaduna,
Located at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kaduna State. Nigeria. Air Force Institute of Technology Kaduna (AFIT), provides effective teaching and research for the technological advancement of the Nigerian Air Force in particular and the country in general.
- Directorate of Naval Education,
Located at the 7th Floor 1-3 Moloney Street, Onikan, Lagos Nigeria. The Directorate of Naval Education is the body that provides welfare support and training for Nigerian primary, secondary and tertiary navy institutions.
- Nigerian Army Institute of Technology and Environmental Studies,
Situated at NAITES, Makurdi, Benue State Nigeria. NAITES – Nigerian Army Institute of Technology and Environmental Studies provides the students with high quality teaching and learning experiences, and is greatly focused on the pursuit of academic innovation and skill base training.
List of Nigeria Military Tactical Schools includes:
- Nigerian Army University, Biu
You can locate Nigerian Army University at Biu, Borno State, Nigeria. The Nigerian Army University, Biu (NAUB) was established to highly skilled military and civilian manpower by the provision of technological solutions to the problems of the military, the Nigerian army and the nation at large.
- Nigerian Military School Zaria
Find the Nigerian Military School in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Nigerian Military School (NMS) provides quality and comprehensive academic and military training adequate for those who wants to be enlisted in the Nigerian army.
- NASPRI
Easy to find at Bonny Cantonment, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Nigerian Army School of Public Relations and Information is the foremost military public relations training institute which could be found in the Sub-Saharan Africa & has quality facilities to deliver top-rate public relations training.
- Nigerian Army School Of Military Engineers
This is at North Bank, Makurdi, Benue State Nigeria. Nigerian Army School Of Military Engineers (NASME) provide quality educational training for military personnel in the areas of engineering which includes the art, science, and practice of designing and building military works.
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In Nigeria, how many military universities are there?
Full List Of Military Universities Image Result Nigeria currently has two (2) military universities: the Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) in Kaduna and the Nigerian Army University, Bui in Borno State.
Is there a Navy university in Nigeria?
The college is a diploma-awarding institute founded in 1982 by the federal government of Nigeria to train engineers, technologists, and artisans.
Nigerian Navy College of Engineering was founded in 1982 in Nigeria, with a branch in Sapele, Delta State.
What are the Nigerian military school fees?
N47,800.00 for soldiers N57,800.00 for officers N87,800.00 for civilians.
Fees for Nigerian Navy Military School in 2022/2023
The first term’s school fees for the Nigeria Navy Military School are N31,000. So, a student is expected to pay N93,000 during the academic year (first, second, and third term).
Can I join the Navy using WAEC?
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLYING FOR THE NIGERIAN NAVY. Applicants must have one or more of the following educational qualifications. West African certificate/Senior Secondary School Certificate/General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level/Waec City and Guilds/Ordinary National Diploma.
How do I apply for a military school in the Nigerian Navy?
Admission forms for the 2022/2023 academic session are now on sale at all Nigerian Navy Military Schools in Ikot Ntuen. Ask to purchase a NNMS Admission Portal scratch card at any of our designated locations. After paying the $1,500 fee, you will be issued a card.
What is the minimum age for joining the Nigerian Navy?
At the time of application, applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 22. While those with higher qualifications can get away with 24 years. Applicants must be of Nigerian descent.
I hope I have well helped to provide a comprehensive information on the Military Universities In Nigeria. Thank you.
Pls how can I apply for Nigeria army university
Hi Francis,
Please view relevant information via http://campustimesng.com/nda-list-of-screening-test-centres-and-dates-for-the-exam/
I like the army school so how can I get there please
Hi Atim, you can apply to join the Military school at secondary. You can also apply at the level of admission higher Institution into Nigerian Defense Academy, NDA.
How can I apply for Nigeria army university pls
visit http://campustimesng.com/nda-list-of-screening-test-centres-and-dates-for-the-exam/
Pls how can an HND Architect apply for Nigeria army
Hi Celestine,
Yes, an HND Architect can apply for the Nigerian Army.
Visit http://campustimesng.com/nda-list-of-screening-test-centres-and-dates-for-the-exam/
So there are only two millitary university in nigeria
Yes, that’s it Crownwell.
Please I want to study computer engineering
But I can’t find it in nigeria army university
Please what should I do
Yes, you can. click the link to NDA.
apply it in NACEST(NAITES)
Can a Nigerian army university student become a Navy and the the rank
Yes, Isaac. Navy, Army, Airforce all graduate from NDA.
are females allowed in the Academy?
Yes Faith. Females are allowed in the academy.
apply it in NACEST(NAITES)
How can I get access to NDA at kaduna
Click the link to the Universities on the post.
I want to study medicine but I can’t find it in air force and navy university course list
Hi Victor, you will find Medicine at Nigerian Defence Academy, NDA.
How can I apply for NDA,
And which military University form is ongoing now
Hi Jameson, the forms for Nigerian Defense Academy will be out soon, stay connected with us Online by subscribing with Us on FACEBOOK to get Latest UPDATES.
Please how can I join to nagiria army
Hi Abiodun, simply Visit the school websites for any of the schools you want, then checkout their admission requirement as well as Forms purchase.
Is there any Navy school apart from NDA
Yes, Okpala. There is a Navy school. Click here:
http://campustimesng.com/top-approved-courses-offered-in-maritime-academy-oron/
How can I apply for the NDA university after stopping my schooling at 100 level in a Nigerian university
You will join the NDA in a fresh start. Follow the admission requirements.
How do I apply for employment in any of the Airforce Institute of Technology, Ilorin OR Airforce University of Technology, Bauchi.
My qualification includes MSC. Procurement and Supply Chain Management;
B.Tech., Architecture Technology;
National Diploma, Architecture Technology.
I am interested in either Academic OR Non Academic employment opportunity in any of the Military University OR Institutions.
Thank you for your anticipated response.
Hi Mohammed, Follow this link for a clue to the available employment opportunities. http://campustimesng.com/nigerian-airforce-dssc-recruitment/
How many years will it take to study medecine in nda
Hi Prosper, Nigerian Defense Academy is a Military University. So Studying Medicine in any other University in Nigeria is the same as in NDA.
Thanks ma. But really want to study Nursing in military school Kaduna but I view the course offering their Nursing science is not included. What should I do now
Hi Akhisheni, Some medical graduates usually apply to NDA after their degree programme. Are you interested in doing that?
Pls am looking for a navy law school in nigerian
Look at the Nigerian Navy School. You are sure to find it there.
Please I need the help to navy school
Hi Ayomide, see here some Naby schools you can enrol in.
Click the link belowhttp://campustimesng.com/nigerian-navy-school-of-health-sciences-offa-courses-cut-off-mark-admission-requirements/
http://campustimesng.com/navy-jobs-2022-nigerian-navy-recruitment-enlistment/
pls is there any navy or airforce university in Lagos or badagry
Hi Francis,
Directorate of Naval Education,
Located at the 7th Floor 1-3 Moloney Street, Onikan, Lagos Nigeria. The Directorate of Naval Education is the body that provides welfare support and training for Nigerian primary, secondary and tertiary navy institutions.
Please I’ve been trying to get a school to fit in because I want to become a naval officer. And searching online is fruitless, please any idea or advice?
Hi Charles, Click the links
1. Dates for Screening and centres: http://campustimesng.com/nda-list-of-screening-test-centres-and-dates-for-the-exam/
2. NDA Courses and Requirements: http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2019-2020-application-guide/
Is mass communication in NDA
Find out from this link below:
http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2023-2024-application-guide/
Can I apply in the NDA university without jamb
Hi Preaze, To see Nigerian Defence Academy’s Courses and Requirements: Click HERE: http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2019-2020-application-guide/
See Airforce Institute of Tech. : http://campustimesng.com/apply-air-force-institute-of-technology-afit-2018-recruitment/
is there no naval university that study computer science
There is Computer Science at Air Force Institute of Technology AFIT, Kaduna.
Click this LINK: http://campustimesng.com/afit-post-utme-2021-2022-screening-date-is-out-see-cut-off-mark/
I need to get I to that sch but I need guide
Sanni, Visit the online website of the school you are interested.
Is there accounting at AFIT PLEASE?I want to apply please how can I do that? But it with National diploma is that possible sir
To find your Course in AFIT, Click Here: http://campustimesng.com/afit-post-utme-2021-2022-screening-date-is-out-see-cut-off-mark/
I HAVE BEEN APPLYING (NDA) 4 A LONG, BUT I COULD NOT HAVE ADMISSION THERE, AND I HAVE THEY CORRECT AND GOOD GRADE REQUIREMENT, SO WHY IS IT LIKE THAT.
I don’t know, Engr. Tunga. Open the Military School portal of your choice and send your complaint there.
Apart from nda is there any naval academy where I can study computer science
What about studying Computer Science at AFIT? http://campustimesng.com/afit-post-utme-2021-2022-screening-date-is-out-see-cut-off-mark/
Pls can I still work in airforce from NDA
Hi Innocent, It’s probably possible.
Please can how can i get the admission portal of NASPRI
Click the Facebook page of NASPRI to make enquiry.
https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Specialty-School/OfficialNaspri/posts/
Can i be an airforce when i join the nigerian army university
Yes Ibrahim, if you qualify.
Yes.
Please sir can I have your WhatsApp contact
It’s on the website.
Is mass communication in NDA
Click here to find out:
http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2023-2024-application-guide/
Pls how can i apply for Nigeria army university?
Hi Faremi, click here:
http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2021-2022-application-guide/
Faremi, click here:
http://campustimesng.com/nigeria-defense-academy-courses-requirements-2021-2022-application-guide/
PLS I NEED THE LIST OF NIGERIA NAVY UNIVERSITIES AND POLYTECHNIC PLS AND CAN I STUDY BIOCHEMISTRY THERE AND WHEN WILL THEIR ADMISSION BE OUT
Joy Frank, you can study Biochemistry in any of the Military schools on this post.
Begin Application process from school website and you will find Admission information from school updates online.
Is there any navy institution in lagos state and how can I apply
Hi Oladipupo,
Directorate of Naval Education,
Located at the 7th Floor 1-3 Moloney Street, Onikan, Lagos Nigeria.
can a civilian whom apply for NAITES architectural technology become a naval staff when he graduate directly from the school?
I want to apply for National Diploma.
David, you can use that as a platform to become a Navy Staff.
Is there any navy university at lagos, confirm one that their certificate is good to apply good job in the future.. If yes, i need their 2022 application link pls
Hi Olanrewaju, there are Navy secondary schools in Lagos.
However, you can consider Nigerian Naval Engineering College which is a Nigerian Government Monotechnic Institute located in Sapele, Delta State, South-South Nigeria. The college is a diploma awarding institute, established by the federal government of Nigeria in the year 1982 to train engineers, technologists and craftmen.
Surf the Internet to visit the school Website.
Pls how can I become a soldier with my biology degree though I didn’t study in any military school but I want to go into military
How can I do it not by recruiting o
Apply to enroll to study Masters at the NDA.
What are the requirements to get admission to air Force school at ilorin
Hi Kazzem, there is no Airforce school at Ilorin. You can only find Aviation School.
Not an Airforce School in Ilorin, but Aviation School, Ilorin.
can i study medicine in NDA
Yes, you can Yohanna.
Can I get a bachelor’s degree in Nigeria navy engineering colleges
Their programmes reach up to HND.
I want to attend the naval University in the south west eg Lagos ogun etc
Naval University in Southwest is not available.
Can i study fine art in nda
Yes, you can, if NDA has fine arts department.
Pls can study electrical electronic engineering in navy university
Can use nabteb
Click the link below for admission requirements :
http://campustimesng.com/navy-jobs-2023-nigerian-navy-recruitment-enlistment/
Please sir, if I Graduate from AFIT, will I automatically be an officer?
No, it does not automatically make you an officer until you are enlisted into the Nigeria Airforce.
Can i join Nigeria army school using JAMB?
Yes, Raymond. See the general cut-off mark here:
http://campustimesng.com/list-of-universities-in-nigeria-their-cut-off-mark-school-fees-2023/
Hi sir,I want to know about naval war college
Hi Ganiyu, learn more about Naval war from the NDA website.
Hello sir how can I apply for army school of engineering and what’s the cut off mark
Co side visiting the website post for the cut off marks and admission requirements.
Can I apply for a military university without going to a military school
Yes, you can Esther.
Can I apply for a military university without going to a military school
Yes, you can.
After training with the Nigerian Navy college Sapele, can the trained person be recruited into the Navy automatically?
Yes, Deluxe.