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 in 2024. Here’s a peek at the top 5:
- University of Ibadan: The undisputed champion, UI shines with its strong online presence and research output.
- Covenant University: Close behind, this private university demonstrates a commitment to being a digital leader.
- Obafemi Awolowo University: Another esteemed institution, OAU maintains a robust online platform for its academic activities.
- University of Nigeria: Renowned for its historical significance, UNN is also making waves in the online academic space.
- 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.
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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.
- University of Ibadan
- Covenant University Ota
- Obafemi Awolowo University
- University of Nigeria
- University of Port Harcourt
- University of Lagos
- Federal University of Technology Akure
- Ahmadu Bello University
- Federal University of Technology Minna
- Landmark University
- Bayero University Kano
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University
- Adekunle Ajasin University
- University of Calabar
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
- Ekiti State University Ado Ekiti (University of Ado Ekiti)
- University of Ilorin
- Olabisi Onabanjo University (Ogun State University)
- Federal University of Technology Owerri
- Lagos State University
- University of Jos
- University of Uyo
- Federal University Oye Ekiti Ekiti State
- Kwara State University
- Federal University Dutse Jigawa State
- University of Abuja
- University of Maiduguri
- Redeemer’s University
- Usmanu Danfodiyo University
- Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
- Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun
- Ebonyi State University
- Osun State University
- Delta State University Nigeria
- Niger Delta University
- Rivers State University of Science & Technology
- Modibbo Adama University of Technology Yola (Federal University of Technology)
- Imo State University Owerri
- Ambrose Alli University Ekpoma
- African University of Science & Technology Abuja
- Cross River State University of Science & Technology Calabar
- American University of Nigeria
- Federal University Lokoja Kogi State
- Kogi State University
- National Open University of Nigeria
- Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi
- Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike
- Skyline University Nigeria
- Abia State University Uturu
- Joseph Ayo Babalola University
- Enugu State University of Science & Technology
- Babcock University
- Nasarawa State University
- Federal University Kashere Gombe State
- Federal University Lafia Nasarawa State
- Kebbi State University of Science and Technology KSUSTA
- Gregory University Uturu
- Federal University Ndufu Alike Ikwo FUNAI
- Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University (Katsina State University)
- Pan African University Lagos
- Lagos State Polytechnic
- Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna
- Lagos Business School Pan Atlantic University
- Igbinedion University Okada
- Bowen University
- Benue State University
- University of Medical Sciences Ondo
- Federal University Dutsin Ma
- Yaba College of Technology
- Baze University Kuchigoro
- Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (Anambra State University of Science & Technology Uli)
- Edo University Iyamho
- Kano University of Science & Technology Wudil
- Akwa Ibom State University of Technology
- Tai Solarin University of Education
- Kaduna State University
- Nile University of Nigeria (Nigerian Turkish Nile University Abuja)
- Lagos State University College of Medicine
- Federal University Otuoke Bayelsa
- Mountain Top University
- Adeleke University Ede
- Ajayi Crowther University Oyo
- Godfrey Okoye University
- Veritas University
- Southwestern University Oku Owa
- Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
- Bingham University New Karu
- Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai
- Achievers University Owo
- Madonna University Nigeria
- Lead City University Ibadan
- Bells University of Technology Otta
- Technical University Ibadan
- Benson Idahosa University
- Taraba State University Jalingo
- Elizade University Ilara Mokin
- Gombe State University Gombe
- Kings University Odeomu
- Caleb University
Which university surprised you in the ranking? Did any rise beyond your expectations, or were there any notable drops?
