Established in 2001 under Nasarawa State Law, Nasarawa State University, Keffi aims to provide quality university education and prepare graduates with skills for successful careers. Located in Keffi, a traditional town in north-central Nigeria, it has a rich history, and its inhabitants mainly engage in tin and columbite mining and farming.
The university comprises ten faculties and colleges, offering a diverse array of undergraduate and graduate degree programmes. Its motto, 'knowledge for development,' underscores its commitment to advancing social, economic, and technological development in the state and nation.