The announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Samuel Obeka, during the briefing for the institution’s 14th convocation ceremony on Saturday. He explained that the new fee structure was designed to cushion the economic strain currently faced by students and their families.
According to Obeka, the downward review aligns with the university’s mission to provide “affordable, accessible and inclusive education” at a time when many households are grappling with rising living costs. He stressed that the measure was intended to broaden access to higher education without diminishing the quality of learning.
While some departments will benefit from reduced fees, the university has applied what it described as a “slight upward review” for programmes with higher operating demands. Obeka noted that professional courses—particularly those in health sciences and law—must meet stringent accreditation standards that require substantial investment in specialised facilities, experienced faculty, laboratory equipment, and clinical training resources.
“These adjustments are essential to sustain the quality of training expected by regulatory and professional bodies,” he said, adding that the university sought a balance between compassion and quality assurance. The aim, he explained, is to maintain global competitiveness while keeping education within the financial reach of many families.
The VC also highlighted recent growth in the institution’s student population, attributing the increase to the National Universities Commission’s approval of several new academic programmes. He described the development as evidence of Wesley University’s ongoing expansion and its commitment to strengthening its academic offerings.