The Nigerian Army College of Nursing (NACON), Yaba, Lagos, in affiliation with the prestigious University of Lagos (UNILAG), has officially commenced the sale of admission forms for its Bachelor of Nursing Science (B.NSc.) degree programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. This announcement marks a significant opportunity for prospective nursing students across Nigeria, particularly those seeking a career in military, paramilitary, or civilian health services.
According to a statement released by the college registrar, Lt. Col. A. Popoola, the application portal will be accessible from July 7 to August 30, 2025 via the official college website at www.nacon.edu.ng. The institution has urged all applicants to complete their registration within this window and to ensure all necessary credentials are uploaded accurately to avoid disqualification.
Admission into NACON is open to military personnel, paramilitary officers, and civilians, making the programme inclusive and diverse in its scope. The Bachelor of Nursing Science is a five-year academic and clinical training programme, tailored to equip students with the technical and ethical foundations needed for a professional career in nursing, especially within the military medical corps.
Applicants are required to meet specific eligibility criteria. These include possessing a minimum of five (5) credit passes at one sitting in core science subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in WAEC, NECO, or GCE. Furthermore, candidates must be Nigerians by birth, between the ages of 18 and 25 years as of October 2025, and must have scored a minimum of 200 marks in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
In addition to uploading academic results, applicants are expected to provide essential documents such as a secondary school testimonial, birth certificate, certificate of origin, and a recent passport photograph during the online registration. Candidates are advised to review the application instructions carefully before submission.
The screening examination is scheduled to take place from September 2 to 3, 2025, at the NACON Complex in Yaba, Lagos. All prospective candidates must strictly adhere to their assigned date and time as specified in their acknowledgment slip. There will be no tolerance for lateness or failure to appear for the screening exercise.
For clarification or further inquiries, applicants are encouraged to contact the college through the official phone numbers provided: 07043374034 or 09014442003. The management has firmly warned that no third party or admission agent has been authorized to handle admissions on its behalf. “Anyone dealing with unauthorized persons does so at their own risk,” the statement cautioned.
NACON’s affiliation with UNILAG ensures that its students receive not only military-standard discipline and training but also academic excellence that meets the Nigerian University Commission (NUC) benchmark. This dual advantage enhances graduates’ employability both within Nigeria and internationally.
The college, over the years, has become a leading hub for nursing education in Nigeria, combining academic rigour with real-life clinical exposure. With highly qualified teaching staff, modern laboratories, and access to military and civil hospitals for clinical postings, NACON continues to attract some of the brightest nursing candidates in the country.
As the 2025/2026 academic calendar approaches, the Nigerian Army College of Nursing remains committed to producing competent, compassionate, and disciplined nurses who are prepared to serve in both military and civilian capacities. Interested candidates are advised to act promptly, adhere to all instructions, and avoid last-minute registration to ensure a smooth application process.
