Nigeria TV Info — University of Nigeria, Nsukka: Pioneering Excellence Since 1960

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), established in 1960 by Nigeria’s first President, Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, stands as the country’s first indigenous university. Founded with the vision of providing world-class education rooted in African values, the institution continues to uphold its proud legacy.

With its guiding motto, “To Restore the Dignity of Man,” UNN has consistently championed academic excellence, groundbreaking research, and innovation. The university has grown into one of Africa’s leading centers of higher learning, producing generations of leaders, scholars, and professionals who have made significant contributions to national and global development.

Over six decades since its founding, UNN remains a beacon of knowledge and a symbol of intellectual pride, reflecting Dr. Azikiwe’s dream of an institution that restores confidence, dignity, and progress to the African continent.