About The Department
The Department of Islamic Law and the Department of Public and Private Law was established in the 2024/2025 academic session under the Faculty of Law. The programme is uniquely structured into two academic departments the Department of Islamic Law and the Department of Public and Privates Law both of which collaboratively contribute to the training of students and the award of a combined Bachelors of Islamic and Common Laws (LLB) degree.
The dual-department structure reflects Nigeria’s plural legal system and is designed to provide students with comprehensive legal education covering both Common Law and Islamic Law traditions. Since its inception, the programme has recorded steady growth in student enrolment and academic activities. The curriculum is developed in full compliance with the National Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS) and relevant professional requirements, ensuring that graduates are well prepared for the Nigerian Law School and diverse legal careers.
Mission
Vision
The mission of the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) programme is to provide quality and integrated legal education through:
- coordinated teaching and scholarship in Common Law and Islamic Law;
- development of critical thinking, legal reasoning, advocacy, and research skills;
- promotion of ethical standards, professionalism, and respect for justice; and
- preparation of graduates for the Nigerian Law School, legal practice, public service, and other law-related careers within Nigeria’s plural legal system.
To be a centre of excellence in legal education that integrates Common Law and Islamic Law, producing competent, ethical, and socially responsible graduates committed to justice, the rule of law, and national development.
Message from the Head of Department
Dr Sadiq Shehu LL.B, BL, LL.M, Ph.D
Head of Department
Message from head of department
List of Program
