Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU), established in 1992, is a prominent Nigerian state government-owned university located primarily in Abraka, Delta State, with additional campuses in Oleh and Anwai, Asaba[2][3]. Originating from a colonial-era Government Teachers’ Training College, it evolved through various educational phases, including a College of Education and affiliation with the University of Benin, before attaining autonomous university status in 1992 under Governor Olorogun Felix Ibru[2][4]. DELSU serves approximately 22,000 students (2019/2020 data) and offers a broad spectrum of academic programs across 14 faculties, 86 departments, and 92 programs, ranging from certificates and diplomas to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees[1][2][3]. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary education with a strong focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and applied research that addresses local, national, and global challenges, including collaborations like the Joint Canada-Israel Project targeting health issues[1][6]. The university’s infrastructure supports a conducive learning environment with facilities such as a staff/student counseling center, an e-learning center, student accommodations, sports arenas, and a serene campus environment near the River Ethiope[1][2][3]. DELSU is accredited by Nigeria’s National Universities Commission and ranks among the leading universities in Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa[1][5]. Notably, DELSU boasts a rich alumni network that includes influential figures in business, politics, entertainment, and academia, such as the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and prominent entertainers like comedians Bovi Ugboma and Ayo Makun[1][3]. The university’s motto, *“Knowledge, Character and Service,”* underscores its commitment to holistic education while fostering leadership and innovation in business and technology sectors[5][6]. In summary, DELSU stands as a dynamic institution blending traditio