Anticipation builds as Wigwe University prepares for August opening

Wigwe University is set to welcome the public in August 2024, aiming to establish itself as Africa's first Ivy-League caliber institution.

A prototype video showcasing the comprehensive structure and picturesque landscape of Wigwe University, located in Isiokpo, Rivers State, has sparked considerable excitement among Nigerians. They commend the late Access Bank CEO, Herbert Wigwe, whose vision gave rise to this educational landmark. Tragically, Wigwe and his family were lost in a helicopter crash on February 9, 2024.

The footage reveals a range of facilities designed to foster an optimal learning environment. According to the university's website, tuition fees will vary by program, ranging from ₦9.6 million to ₦11,998,800.

Students enrolled in the College of Arts will be charged ₦9.6 million, while those in Engineering, Science and Computing, Management, and Social Sciences face fees of ₦11.9 million.

Alex Onyia shared the video on his X platform, expressing admiration for Wigwe's foresight:

He said: "Wigwe University will officially open it's doors to the public from August. The faculty members will be resuming fully on campus in July. The school so far is the most beautiful University Campus in Nigeria. The school is designed to be the first Ivy-League standard University from Africa. I love what I'm seeing."

The unveiling of Wigwe University's prototype video has elicited a wave of reactions from Nigerians across social media platforms.

@FelixAkowei said: "Beautiful but I hope they will maintain this standard because we lack in this country is maintenance culture."

@Jussblaze9 said: "I hope lecturer's salaries will be world-class as well."

@igwedip said: "The school is not for the poor Sha."

@Huma_nity_1st said: "I can't stop shouting."

Watch the video below;