Brief History
The Faculty of Law was established in 2024/2025 academic session as part of the University’s commitment to expanding academic offerings in professional and discipline-based education. The establishment of the Faculty reflects the growing need for well-trained legal professionals capable of addressing Nigeria’s complex legal, social, and developmental challenges within a plural legal system.
The Faculty of Law consists of two academic departments: the Department of Islamic Law and the Department of Public and Private Law. These departments collaborate to deliver a comprehensive legal education that integrates the principles of Islamic and Common Laws. Through this structure, the Faculty provides students with broad-based legal knowledge and skills required for effective legal practice, public service, and scholarly pursuits.
Since its establishment, the Faculty has focused on building a solid academic foundation through the development of curricula in line with the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Council for Legal Education requirements. Emphasis is placed on quality teaching, research, ethical standards, and the cultivation of critical legal reasoning.
Mission
Vision
The mission of the Faculty of Law is to advance legal education, research, and community service through:
- delivery of rigorous and integrated legal training;
- development of analytical reasoning, advocacy, research, and professional skills in students;
- promotion of ethical conduct, justice, and respect for the rule of law;
- advancement of legal research and scholarship relevant to Nigeria’s plural legal system; and
- preparation of graduates for the Nigerian Law School, legal practice, public service, and other careers.
To be a centre of excellence in legal education and research to produce competent, ethical, and socially responsible graduates committed to justice, the rule of law, and national development.
Message from the Dean
Dr. Abubakar Tsoho Getso, LL.B; BL; LL.M; Ph.D
Dean Faculty of Law
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List of Dapartments
