To study Philosophy so as to discover, establish or preserve truth.
To explore mainly what obtains in the Niger delta and beyond, projecting them to the outside world as part of its contribution to knowledge in the field of philosophy.
* To prepare men and women to be worthy citizens, in the service of their country.
* To orient students towards developing a broad mind spectrum conducive of a pluralistic society such as Nigeria.
* To explore western, oriental and African philosophical traditions and their relevance to contemporary Nigerian society.
The Department of Philosophy offers the following area(s);
i) Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Hons) in Philosophy.
Moral Philosophy
Natural Philosophy
Metaphysical Philosophy
HOD Philosophy – Prof. Aghe Eresia-Eke
Academic Staff
| S/N | Names | Rank | |
| 1 | Onyagholo Azibalua | Senior Lecturer | view profile |
| 2 | Agha Eresia-Eke | Professor | view profile |
| 3 | Udisi Ebikisei Stanley | Senior Lecturer | view profile |
| 4 | Bumeigha Samuel Aveke | Lecturer I | view profile |
| 5 | Elias Edise Courson | Lecturer I | view profile |
| 6 | Fred Okechukwu | Lecturer I | view profile |
| 7 | Owutuamor Andabolo Ebimieowei | Lecturer I | view profile |
| 8 | Mark Doubara Ekperi | Assistant Lecturer | view profile |
Lecturer Statistics
| Professor | 1 |
| Associate Professor | Nil |
| Senior Lecturer | 2 |
| Lecturer I | 4 |
| Lecturer II | Nil |
| Assistant Lecturer | 1 |
| Graduate Assistant | Nil |
| Year 1 | Male Students 34 | Female Students 48 |
| Year 2 | Male Students 21 | Female Students 26 |
| Year 3 | Male Students 14 | Female Students 18 |
| Year 4 | Male Students 49 | Female Students 53 |
| Year 5 | Male Students ——– | Female Students ——— |
NDU Philosophy and Religious Studies Programme
Duration: 4 years
Male Lecturers: 8
Female Lecturers: Nil
Pass Percentage: 60
Max Retakes: 5
