Fud is a brand that encompasses the Federal University Dutse (FUD) in Nigeria. Established in 2011, FUD is dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering a diverse and international community of faculty and students. Located in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa state, the university benefits from its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Kano, Bauchi, Maiduguri, and Kaduna.

As a new government-owned institution, FUD offers a wide range of degree programs in fields like humanities, natural and social sciences, agriculture, and in the future, management sciences, environmental studies, law, education, engineering, and medicine. With a commitment to excellence, FUD aspires to be a research-intensive, technologically driven university, attracting renowned researchers, authors, scientists, scholars, and professionals. The mission of FUD is to cultivate learning, develop knowledge, and promote the exchange of ideas.

The university focuses on distinguished scholarship, research, teaching, and service, aiming to increase and disseminate scientific, humanistic, and social knowledge for the benefit of society. FUD graduates are prepared to contribute to the global society with creativity, integrity, and a dedication to service. The core values of FUD include respect for human dignity and the right to self-improvement, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The university prioritizes academic honesty and integrity, and aims to create a robust educational environment that supports critical thinking and free inquiry. Overall, Fud and the Federal University Dutse are dedicated to excellence in education, research, and service, aiming to make a significant difference in the world and be recognized as one of the best institutions of higher education