History and international studies in short is designed to acquaint students with the experiences of men and societies in different social, physical and cultural environments so as to make them appreciate the forces which shaped the destines of nations through the ages, as well as those which are of contemporary relevance.

Objectives of the program includes;

A. The program strives to develop many of the ideals, abilities and benefits traditionally associated with historical scholarship.

B. The program (with its emphasis on the content and methodology of Nigerian and African history in the context of international development) reflects the belief that a proper humanistic scholarship, apart from being indispensable to an educated individual should provide some perspectives on related disciplines in law, the sciences and the natural sciences.

C. The history and international studies program also emphasizes the international disciplinary approach to the study of the development of human society.

D. The program also has an aim to contribute to the development of the country Nigeria and Africa as a whole through joint researches, seminars and workshop activities with national and international organizations.