Beautiful Universities In Nigeria: Top 10 In 2020

There are over 100 NUC accredited universities in Nigeria with students in different departments and faculties. University students do like to compare their University with other Universities. While the University is designed for learning, it is also a place where people get to see how the world can be. Ekomiami presents to you ⭐️top 10 beautiful universities in Nigeria⭐️.

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Top 10 Beautiful Universities In Nigeria

Here are the top 10 most beautiful universities in Nigeria.

1. University of Ibadan

Established in 1948, the University of Ibadan is the oldest university in Nigeria. It is located in Ibadan, Oyo state south-west of Nigeria. It was built by the British and has old wonderful buildings and designs as far back as the school had been in existence. The University of Ibadan is well maintained when compared with other Federal Universities in Nigeria. The University of Ibadan was recently ranked in the 501-600 category of Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2020 at THE World Academic Summit held at Zurich, Switzerland. The Federal University as at this ranking is the best University in West Africa and Nigeria. The University of Ibadan has well-developed infrastructures like Lecture Theatres and Halls of Residence. There are also lots of trees planted for beautification purposes at the University.

2. University of Lagos

Founded in 1962, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) is one of the five first generation universities in Nigeria. UNILAG presently has three Campuses in the Mainland of Lagos. The University has one of the largest student populations of any university in Nigeria. The main campus at Akoka is surrounded by the Lagos Lagoon providing a very beautiful view around the University. It is located in Lagos state and is also a Federal University.

3. Obafemi Awolowo University

The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) is located at Ile-Ife in Osun state. It is one of three Universities that was established between 1961 and 1962 in Nigeria as a result of the report submitted to the Federal Government in September 1960, by a Commission it appointed in April 1959 under the Chairmanship of Sir Eric Ashby, Master of Clare College, Cambridge, to survey the needs of post-secondary and higher education in Nigeria over the next 20 years.

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4. Covenant University

Covenant University is a private Christian university located in Ogun State, South-West Nigeria. It is affiliated with Living Faith Church Worldwide and is one of the most prestigious private universities in Nigeria. It is also the most sought after private university in Nigeria among university seekers since 2014. Covenant University was established in 2002.

5. University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Founded in 1955 and formally opened on October 7, 1960. The University of Nigeria is located at Nsukka, Enugu state, South East of Nigeria. UNN as it is popularly known as is the first fully independent university in Nigeria owned by the Federal Government and modelled on the American education system.

6. Ahmadu Bello University

The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is located in Zaria, Kaduna State and was founded on October 4, 1962, as the University of Northern Nigeria. ABU is the second-largest university on the African continent after the University of Cairo in Egypt. ABU is the most cosmopolitan university in Nigeria and one of the cheapest to attend. The university is named after the Sardauna of Sokoto, Alhaji Sir Ahmadu Bello, the first premier of Northern Nigeria. The school operates 4 campuses, the most popular being Kongo and Samaru. The Samaru campus is the institution’s main campus which houses its administrative buildings and most of its faculties.

7. Federal University of Technology, Minna

The Federal University of Technology, Minna is a Federal Government owned University in Nigeria. It was established on 1st of February, 1983 and is owned by the Federal Government. The objective for its establishment is to give effect to the Nation’s drive for the much-needed self-reliance in Science, Engineering, and especially Technology. It is a specialized University of Technology. Some of the attractions around the University include Gurara falls, Zuma Rock, Kainji dam, Zangeru Game Reserve.

8. University of Ilorin

The University of Ilorin is known for its highly developed student residential areas. The University of Ilorin is a federal-owned university with one of the large student population in Nigeria. It is located in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria and was established by a Decree of the Federal Military Government in August 1975.

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9. University of Benin

The University of Benin was founded in 1970. It started as an Institute of Technology and was accorded the status of a full-fledged University by National Universities Commission (NUC) on 1st July 1971. The University of Benin is located in Benin, Edo state in the Southern Region of Nigeria.

10. University of Abuja

The University of Abuja is an institution in the Nigerian capital, Abuja. It was established on January 1, 1988, as a dual-mode university with the mandate to run conventional and distance learning courses. It is the only public university in Nigeria capital. It is the only university that is mandated to admit from all parts of Nigeria.