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Empowering Democracy

by Inspiring change

through Education

Established on the principles of legislative transparency, democratic values, and civic engagement, National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) is a progressive organisation dedicated to promoting democratic processes, fostering inclusivity, and advancing collaborative initiatives.

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Welcome to NILDS Postgraduate

One of the world’s premier academic and research institutions, NILDS supports the sustenance of dynamic and effective Legislature in Nigeria (at Federal, State and Local level), and the ECOWAS sub-region.

The National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) is an organ of the National Assembly established by an Act of Parliament. President Goodluck Jonathan signed into law the National Institute for Legislative Studies Act 2011 on March 2nd 2011 following the passage of the same by the Senate and the House of Representatives.

In 2016, the Institute’s Governing Council approved the establishment of new department of Democratic Studies as well as a Department for Post Graduate Studies. On January 26th, 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari signed the National Institute for Legislative Studies (Amendment) Act, 2017. This expansion will enable the Institute to provide capacity development services to democratic Institutions and governance in Nigeria.

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Why Choose Us

From our unwavering commitment to legislative transparency and democratic principles to our dedication to fostering inclusivity, diversity, and collaborative partnerships, NILDS is the premier choice for those passionate about driving positive change through democratic processes and civic engagement in Nigeria.

E-Library Access

Students have access to the Institute’s well-equipped Library/E-library even on weekends to further extend their academic frontiers.

Academic Recognition

The institute offers prize awards to the Best Graduating Students in the various programmes as well as the Best Graduating Female Student to boost academic excellence among students.

Educational Programmes

The Institute offers HND Programmes, Post-Graduate Diploma Programes, Master’s Degree Programmes as well as Ph.D programmes for desiring students.

What Our Unique Educational System Offers You.

Embark on a journey to success by embracing the remarkable advantages of our learning system. Navigate your path to excellence with flexible access, interactive engagement and personalised learning experiences.

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Best Professors​ The Institute mobilizes and maintains an impressive Academic body of thorough bred academics who are highly knowledgeable either as scholars or practitioners in relevant fields.

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National Accreditation The academic certificates awarded by the Institute are in affiliation with University of Benin (UNIBEN), Federal University, Lokoja, and Institute of Chattered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN).

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Uninterrupted Calendar The Institute runs uninterrupted academic calendar devoid of industrial strike action.
Our courses are highly specialized and promote very clear and precise career trajectory for students.

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