Here are the list of the top 10 oldest universities in Nigeria. Their names, year established and state located are also included.
S/N | University | Year established | State located |
1 | University of Ibadan | 1948 | Oyo |
2 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka | 1960 | Enugu |
3 | Obafemi Awolowo University,lle-lfe | 1961 | Osun |
4 | Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria | 1962 | Kaduna |
5 | University of Lagos | 1962 | Lagos |
6 | University of Maiduguri | 1975 | Borno |
7 | University of Benin | 1970 | Edo |
8 | University of Calabar | 1975 | Cross Rivers |
9 | University of Jos | 1975 | Plateau |
10 | University of llorin | 1975 | Kwara |
See also:
- Federal Universities in Nigeria and Courses Offered
- State Universities in Nigeria and Courses Offered
- Private Universities in Nigeria and Courses Offered
- Top 100 Universities in Nigeria
Let’s have your say about these schools in the comment section.
MSG Team.
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