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McPherson University is a distinct and vision-driven, leaders-producing Institution that is highly committed to providing a world class education to students from various tribes and races in Nigeria and beyond.<\/p>\n

Established in 2012, McU is fast taking shape as the hub of intellectual activities. The University is equipped with modern ICT facilities. The institution is also known for academic discipline, moral probity and its competitive edge which is revolutionizing the Nigerian education.<\/p>\n

The Ivory tower is an initiative of the Foursquare Gospel Church, Nigeria which has taken education as one of its basic foundations with a view to raising balanced\u00a0\u201cChampions\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0who will lead and bring the desired change.<\/p>\n

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