All you need to know about Custech the second kogi state university as it starts immediately

The new university, Confluence State University of Science and Technology, is located in Osaro in Kogi State. According to the NUC website, the new university will be the 50th state government-owned university in the country.

Presenting the licence on Tuesday in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of NUC, Abubakar Rasheed, said the government of Kogi State is investing wisely to change the fortune of the state through the establishment of the university.
He said it is important for the state to have a specialised university that would focus specifically on courses that accelerate Nigeria’s transition into a knowledge-based economy.
“There is a need for a university that would be deeply rooted in science, technology and mathematics with a profile in medical knowledge and Kogi State would be one of the propellers in moving the country forward in the area of technology,” he said.
“Consequent upon receipt of your letter dated Nov.6, 2020, I write on behalf of NUC to inform you that with effect from Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, the Confluence State University of Science and Technology, Osara has been recognised as the 50th state university in the country.
“We also enjoin Your Excellency and the Kogi State Government to take full advantage of the professional and technical advice that the commission is statutorily required to provide on the establishment, funding and operation of the university.”

He said the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) had been fully notified about the establishment of the new university. premiumtimesng