The Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists wishes to alert all eligible Doctors of Optometry who plan to enrol in its four‑year, institution‑based postgraduate training leading to a Fellowship in any specialty that the Primary Examinations for entry into the various Faculties have been set as follows:

EXAMINATION DETAILS

Date: Thursday, 18th February 2027

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Main Venue: Department of Optometry, Faculty of Health Sciences, Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State.

DECENTRALISED EXAMINATION CENTRES

• ODORBN Office, Unity Estate, Karu, Abuja.
• ODORBN Office, 8 Harvey Road, Yaba, Lagos.
• Faculty of Optometry, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree issued by an institution recognised by ODORBN.
• Have completed at least three years of service after the NYSC programme.
• Be in good standing with ODORBN.

FACULTIES AND SPECIALTIES

The examinations will admit candidates into these Faculties or specialisations:

• Primary Care Optometry
• Public Health Optometry
• Cornea and Contact Lenses
• Rehabilitative Optometry and Low Vision Care
• Paediatric Optometry
• Ocular Health
• Orthoptics

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Qualified candidates are required to remit a non‑refundable examination fee of ₦50,000 (Fifty Thousand Naira Only) to the College’s designated bank account.

BANK DETAILS

• Account Name: Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists
• Account Number: 1313422307
• Bank: Zenith Bank Plc

After the payment is confirmed, applicants should navigate to the College’s official admissions portal at:

https://www.npco.org.ng/admissions

Complete the online form and attach a scanned copy of the payment receipt as instructed.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31st January 2027.

FOR ENQUIRIES

• Dr Udo Ubani, Faculty of Optometry, Abia State University, Uturu. 08036770850
• Dr Mrs Augusta Otukam‑Iyama, ODORBN, Harvey Road, Yaba, Lagos. 08035809264
• Prof. G.C. Agu, Department of Optometry, Imo State University, Owerri. 08037504761
• Prof. Anthony Megwas, Department of Optometry, FUTO, Owerri, Imo State. 08037081497
• Prof. Mrs Faustina Idu, Department of Ocular Health and Contact Lenses, Faculty of Optometry, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. 08023417918
• Dr Monday Ejukonemu, Department of Optometry, Bayero University, Kano, Kano State. 08033281569
• The Registrar, ODORBN, Unity Estate, Karu, Abuja. 0817284608
• Dr Anderson Chimeziri, NOA Secretariat, 2 Nana Aisha Close, Nana Court Estate, Sabo East Layout, opposite Dunamis Glory Dome, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Way, Abuja. (phone not listed)
• Dr Omaka Andrew, Faculty of Optometry, Abia State University, Uturu. 08069239060
• Dr JudeThaddeus Nguzoro (College PRO), 08065149114

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Both Part I and Part II of the examinations will be conducted on the same day at the primary venue, Department of Optometry, Imo State University, Owerri.

All qualified Doctors of Optometry are strongly encouraged to submit their applications and seize this chance to further their professional development and specialise in their chosen field.