Address N27, Republic of Niger Founded 1986 | Phone +227 21 76 73 67 | |
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The Islamic University in Niger (IUIN) is an international university in Say, Niger west of Niamey. Students and faculty study in Arabic, French, and English.
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The university's vice-chancellor's office is in Niamey.
History
IUIN began following recommendations at the 2nd Islamic Summit of Kings and Heads of States and governments in 1974 at Lahore (Pakistan).
It was meant to become one of the leading research and educational establishments responding to the needs of the Muslim Ummah in West Africa and the Muslim Word in general, by producing and promoting a new generation of Muslims, technically and morally equipped to face the challenges of the Word.
It started its activities in 1986 with a hundred or so students majoring in Arabic Language and Islamic studies. The IUIN is a member of the Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW).
Structure
Degree programmes are offered in five faculties, two centers, and two institutes.
Faculty
Institutes
Publications
The university publishes the Annals of the Islamic University of Niger.