Nigerian Universities in THE 2026 Rankings: Full List
Summary
Twenty-four Nigerian universities have been highlighted in the 2026 Times Higher Education ranking cycle. See the full list, leading names and what the result means for applicants.
Twenty-four Nigerian universities have been highlighted in the 2026 Times Higher Education ranking cycle, giving applicants a fresh snapshot of institutions gaining international visibility for teaching, research, knowledge transfer and global outlook.
The update is useful for students comparing Nigerian universities, but it should not replace admission requirements, course accreditation checks, JAMB guidance or each university's official admission notices.
What THE Rankings Measure
Times Higher Education says its World University Rankings review institutions across core performance areas including teaching, research, knowledge transfer and international outlook. Students can use the ranking as one signal when comparing universities, alongside programme quality, location, tuition, facilities, student support and graduate outcomes.
Top Nigerian Universities Highlighted by THE
THE's official Nigeria page currently highlights the University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, Bayero University, Covenant University and Landmark University among Nigeria's leading listed institutions. You can review the official country page on the Times Higher Education Study in Nigeria page.
Full List of 24 Nigerian Universities
- University of Ibadan
- University of Lagos
- Bayero University Kano
- Covenant University
- Landmark University
- Ahmadu Bello University
- Federal University of Technology, Minna
- University of Ilorin
- University of Jos
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka
- Babcock University
- Delta State University, Abraka
- Ekiti State University
- Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
- Federal University of Technology, Akure
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri
- Federal University Oye-Ekiti
- Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
- Lagos State University
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University
- Obafemi Awolowo University
- University of Benin
- University of Calabar
- University of Port Harcourt
What This Means for Applicants
A ranking can help you spot institutions with stronger research visibility and international recognition, but your best university choice still depends on the course you want to study and whether the programme is accredited and suitable for your goals.
Before choosing a school, confirm the current admission requirements from the university, check the JAMB brochure, compare department-level strength, and consider practical factors such as cost, campus location, accommodation and student support.
Official Links
For admission planning, also confirm school-specific updates directly from each university's official website before making application decisions.
