The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has been ranked has the second best University in Nigeria by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in its recent accreditation program of Nigerian Universities.
According to Tribune News, this was made known by the Vice Chancellor of the institution, Professor Faraday Orumwense during the 44th Convocation/48th Founder's Day Lecture ceremonies of the institution.
The VC said the success was as a result of the smooth running of both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the last four years.
"Since the inception of this administration, academic activities in the University of Benin have taken a giant leap. Our academic programs, both undergraduate and postgraduate have run smoothly, placing the University of Benin on the second position in the NUC accreditation," the VC said.
The VC also said that the cordial relationship among staff, students and management team of the university, accounted for the success.