The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), in collaboration with eLearnLXD, is pleased to announce the launch of its Online Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. This flexible, fully accredited, 24-month degree is designed to strengthen leadership capacity and governance expertise across Africa.

The Online MPA is a comprehensive graduate program that combines global best practices with African realities, providing learners with advanced skills in policy analysis, public management, and institutional leadership. Delivered entirely online, the program allows professionals to pursue postgraduate education without interrupting their careers or personal commitments.

Participants will benefit from:

• Renowned Faculty & Mentorship: Instruction and guidance from UNN’s respected professors and industry experts.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: A qualification that enhances credibility and opens doors to leadership roles in ministries, NGOs, and international organizations.
• Practical Application: Assignments and case studies aligned with real governance challenges in Africa.
• Flexibility: The freedom to study from anywhere, on a schedule that suits professional and family life.
• Networking: Connections with a diverse cohort of peers across sectors and countries.

Why This Matters
Africa’s growth and stability depend on skilled public administrators capable of designing effective policies, managing limited resources, and inspiring reform. The Online MPA responds to this need by preparing graduates to:

• Reinvent their careers with fresh skills and renewed purpose.
• Gain recognition and credibility in competitive professional spaces.
• Expand their opportunities within both local institutions and global organizations.
• Balance academic pursuits with work and family responsibilities.
• Contribute meaningfully to economic and social transformation.

Admissions for the inaugural intake are now open. Apply here to secure your place and accelerate your career in governance. Employers and institutions are invited to partner with us to upskill their workforce and strengthen their organizational capacity. All stakeholders and donors are encouraged to collaborate with us in building the next generation of public leaders.

Apply here today!

About the University of Nigeria, Nsukka(UNN)

The University of Nigeria is a top federal-controlled public university located in Southeastern Nigeria. It is commonly referred to as UNN. The University was founded in 1955 and on October 7, 1960, was formally opened for academic operations. It has three campuses – Nsukka (the main campus), Enugu, and ItukuOzalla, all in Nigeria. UNN has 17 Faculties, and 102 academic Departments and offers 106 undergraduate programs, and 211 postgraduate programs.

About eLearnLXD, an eLearnAfricaLMS Company

In 2016, eLearnAfrica entered a partnership agreement with the Association of African Universities (AAU); one that would expand online learning opportunities for students enrolled in the AAU’s over 400 member institutions and other universities not yet under the umbrella of the prestigious AAU. The target was to make educational opportunities available to about 10 million African students. In pursuing this agenda, the AAU-eLearnAfricaLMS was birthed and launched at the 15th Quadrennial AAU General Conference of African University Leaders, on 7th July 2021.

2025/2026 JUPEB ADMISSION

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. The programme leads to the award of JUPEB certificate, which enables candidates to gain Direct Entry Admissions into various degree programmes in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka and other JUPEB – affiliated Universities in Nigeria and abroad.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligible candidates must possess a minimum of 5 Credits at maximum of two sittings which include Mathematics and English Language and other relevant subjects to the candidates’ desired course of study in the University.

DURATION: The duration of the programme is a minimum of one academic session of two semesters.

Available Subject Combinations:

ARTS:
 Gov/Lit-in-English/CRS (GLCRS),
SOCIAL SCIENCES:
 Government/Literature/CRS (GLCRS)
 Government/Economics/CRS/IRS (GECRS)
 Economics/Economics/Literature (GEL)
 Government/Economics/Mathematics (GEM)
 Biology/Economics/Government (BEG)

MANAGEMENT SCIENCES:
 Government/Economics/Mathematics (GEM)
SCIENCES:
 Physics/Chemistry/Biology (PCB)
 Biology/Chemistry/Economics (BCE)
 Physics/Biology/Mathematics (PBM)
 Physics/Biology/Mathematics (PBM)
 Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics (CPM)
 Physics/Economics/Mathematics (PEM)
The above subject combinations meet the requirements (as applicable) for admission into various courses in the Sciences, Social Sciences, Management Sciences and Arts in University of Nigeria, Nsukka and all JUPEB – affiliated Universities in Nigeria and abroad.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
The applicant should pay the application fee of N20,000.00 through remita payment platform at any bank. He/she should generate a payment invoice which contains remita number. The invoice printout will enable him/her to make payment at the bank. (Please note that Bank charges apply)

The Summary of the procedures for the application is as follows:
1. Visit unnportal.unn.edu.ng
2. Click on Generate Payment Invoice under JUPEB.
3. Enter your telephone number and click on submit.
4. Enter your Surname, First name, Middle name and click on submit.
5. Print out the invoice and pay at the bank
6. After making payments at the bank visit the portal (unnportal.unn.edu.ng)

7. Click on fill Joint Universities Preliminary Admissions Board programme
8. Enter the remita number and click on submit.
9. Fill the form and attach your passport (colour passport photograph with white background).
10. The passport photograph must be recent (not earlier than 3 months before the time of the application) and the size should not be more than 100KB.
11.Complete the form and click on submit
12.Print out the acknowledgment slip.

Note that JUPEB UNN has not authorized any person(s) or agent(s) to sell application forms on its behalf. UNN JUPEB Application and all payment is strictly online through the UNN Portal at www.unnportal.unn.edu.ng using Remita and not through individual bank account.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
 All prospective JUPEB candidates are advised to regularly visit www.unn.edu.ng as well as their email for updates and other relevant information.
 All candidates are required to register for 2026 JAMB Direct Entry at the appropriate time.
 The forms must be filled and submitted online either immediately or within two weeks of accessing the website. No downloaded or printed copies of forms will be accepted.
 Candidates are advised to follow the Application Instructions very carefully and ensure they select the Correct SUBJECT COMBINATIONS.

Failure to do so may adversely affect the candidate.

Further information will be communicated to the candidates through their email.

FURTHER ENQUIRES:
JUPEB ICT Manager: 07037597919
E-mail: Jupeb@unn.edu.ng

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Dr. Mrs. C. N. Nnebedum, FIIA, FCAI, MAIEA, MAUA (UK)