Philosophy:

To seek Truth, teach Truth and preserve Truth.

Motto:

To Restore the Dignity of Man.

Vision Statement:

To create a functional, globally competitive & research-focused University which is not just an Ivory Tower, but responsive to the needs of the society, while delivering World-class education and Knowledge.

Mission Statement:

To place the University of Nigeria in the forefront of Research and development, Innovation, Knowledge Transfer and Human Resource Development in the global academic terrain, while promoting the core values which will ensure the restoration of the dignity of man.

OUR CORE VALUES

Integrity, Accountability and Transparancy

• The interest of the university will be placed above all other considerations.
• Our decisions will be guided by deep sense of honesty, truth, equity and justice.
• The highest standard of ethical and moral values will be exhibited and encouraged.
• All actions will be in compliance with the rules of the university and the laws of the country.

Respect

• Recognize and respect the diverse nature of the university community in the course of our duties.
• Treat everyone fairly and justly, regardless of religion, gender or geographical origin.

Meritocracy

• Eschew all forms of favoritisms, while ensuring that the rewards, promotions and appointments of students/staff are based on merit.
• Ensure that the assessments of student performances are guided by the same principles.

Academic Freedom

• Support the ethical and responsible promotion of academic freedom.
• Recognize and promote the essential role of the university in the advancement of knowledge and improvement of human societies (in line with the university’s goal, to seek truth, to teach truth and to preserve truth).

Creativity

• Encourage new perspectives and approaches to issues.

Team Work

• Promote a new attitude to work and study in the university in which people (faculty and students) collaborate freely, while providing essential mentorship to younger colleagues.
• Encourage students and staff to share credits for success and accept blame for any shortcomings. Promote a culture where students and staff do not place  personal objectives over group objectives).

Open Mindedness

• Encourage the expression of viewpoints that contribute to improvements and intellectual pursuits within the university.

Social Responsibility

• Encourage community services and activities focused at preserving the natural environment.