The Lumina Open University is a globally recognized institution, with a considerable number students studying across the 36 states.
As a national leader in the humanities, we champion their importance to society and the economy through the creation and sharing of knowledge.
Additionally, we are a consortium of respected higher education institutions, where collaboration lies at the core of our mission.
Proposed Lumina Open University was established with the aim of expanding access to higher education and illuminating minds. We pioneered global distance learning and were the first university in the world to admit students without regard to gender, race, or religion. The proposed university aims to award degrees Foundation and Certificate Courses. Our commitment to enhancing access and equality of opportunity continues to be at the heart of our mission today. Learn more about our history.
Student body
Many students are studying our degrees around the nation.
Worldwide footprint
We plan over 20 Recognised Teaching Centres across the nation.
Global reach
Students studying our degrees from all the states in Nigeria.
A unique consortium
Members make up the Lumina Open University Consortium.
The Lumina Open University Consortium is a vibrant community of over 2,000 learners and 100 staff, driving cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines.
Our commitment to expanding access to education and harnessing the collective power and expertise of the federation is at the core of our ability to transform lives worldwide and tackle the global challenges of the future.
We provide a variety of flexible and affordable learning options, allowing you to study in Lumina Open University, at our Study Centre, independently from anywhere in the world, or through one of our trusted global network of Recognised higher institutions.
Our qualifications are designed by leading academics and are accessible to all. As a pioneering institution dedicated to expanding educational access, we focus on boosting students' employability with industry-relevant degrees and exceptional career support.
Our graduates join a global network of influential alumni, including prominent politicians, industry leaders, and Nobel Prize winners.