Top 100 Best Universities In Nigeria 2024 [Updated]

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Wondering which universities in Nigeria are leading the pack? Look no further than the Webometrics ranking, the biggest ranking system for higher education institutions worldwide. It judges universities based on their online presence. This means it takes into account not just their websites, but also how much research they publish online, how many links they have, and how often their work is cited.

Cybermetrics Lab, a research group in Spain, released the latest ranking for Nigeria. Here’s a peek at the top 5:

  1. University of Ibadan: The undisputed champion, UI shines with its strong online presence and research output.
  2. Covenant University: Close behind, this private university demonstrates a commitment to being a digital leader.
  3. Obafemi Awolowo University: Another esteemed institution, OAU maintains a robust online platform for its academic activities.
  4. University of Nigeria: Renowned for its historical significance, UNN is also making waves in the online academic space.
  5. University of Lagos: A prominent urban university, UNILAG leverages technology to connect with its large student body.

Remember, Webometrics isn’t the only way to rank universities. There are other factors to consider, like teaching quality, student satisfaction, and international reputation. But when it comes to online presence and research influence, this ranking offers valuable insights.

Top 100 Universities in Nigeria 2024

Want to see where your favorite university stands? See the full list of 100 top universities in Nigeria for 2024 below.

  1. University of Ibadan
  2. Covenant University Ota
  3. Obafemi Awolowo University
  4. University of Nigeria
  5. University of Port Harcourt
  6. University of Lagos
  7. Federal University of Technology Akure
  8. Ahmadu Bello University
  9. Federal University of Technology Minna
  10. Landmark University
  11. Bayero University Kano
  12. Nnamdi Azikiwe University
  13. Adekunle Ajasin University
  14. University of Calabar
  15. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
  16. Ekiti State University Ado Ekiti (University of Ado Ekiti)
  17. University of Ilorin
  18. Olabisi Onabanjo University (Ogun State University)
  19. Federal University of Technology Owerri
  20. Lagos State University
  21. University of Jos
  22. University of Uyo
  23. Federal University Oye Ekiti Ekiti State
  24. Kwara State University
  25. Federal University Dutse Jigawa State
  26. University of Abuja
  27. University of Maiduguri
  28. Redeemer’s University
  29. Usmanu Danfodiyo University
  30. Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta
  31. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
  32. Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun
  33. Ebonyi State University
  34. Osun State University
  35. Delta State University Nigeria
  36. Niger Delta University
  37. Rivers State University of Science & Technology
  38. Modibbo Adama University of Technology Yola (Federal University of Technology)
  39. Imo State University Owerri
  40. Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma
  41. African University of Science & Technology Abuja
  42. Cross River State University of Science & Technology Calabar
  43. American University of Nigeria
  44. Federal University Lokoja Kogi State
  45. Kogi State University
  46. National Open University of Nigeria
  47. Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi
  48. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike
  49. Skyline University Nigeria
  50. Abia State University Uturu
  51. Joseph Ayo Babalola University
  52. Enugu State University of Science & Technology
  53. Babcock University
  54. Nasarawa State University
  55. Federal University Kashere Gombe State
  56. Federal University Lafia Nasarawa State
  57. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology KSUSTA
  58. Gregory University Uturu
  59. Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo FUNAI
  60. Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University (Katsina State University)
  61. Pan African University Lagos
  62. Lagos State Polytechnic
  63. Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna
  64. Lagos Business School Pan Atlantic University
  65. Igbinedion University Okada
  66. Bowen University
  67. Benue State University
  68. University of Medical Sciences Ondo
  69. Federal University Dutsin Ma
  70. Yaba College of Technology
  71. Baze University Kuchigoro
  72. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (Anambra State University of Science & Technology Uli)
  73. Edo University Iyamho
  74. Kano University of Science & Technology Wudil
  75. Akwa Ibom State University of Technology
  76. Tai Solarin University of Education
  77. Kaduna State University
  78. Nile University of Nigeria (Nigerian Turkish Nile University Abuja)
  79. Lagos State University College of Medicine
  80. Federal University Otuoke Bayelsa
  81. Mountain Top University
  82. Adeleke University Ede
  83. Ajayi Crowther University Oyo
  84. Godfrey Okoye University
  85. Veritas University
  86. Southwestern University Oku Owa
  87. Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
  88. Bingham University New Karu
  89. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai
  90. Achievers University Owo
  91. Madonna University Nigeria
  92. Lead City University Ibadan
  93. Bells University of Technology Otta
  94. Technical University Ibadan
  95. Benson Idahosa University
  96. Taraba State University Jalingo
  97. Elizade University Ilara Mokin
  98. Gombe State University Gombe
  99. Kings University Odeomu
  100. Caleb University

Which university surprised you in the ranking? Did any rise beyond your expectations, or were there any notable drops?

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