Accredited universities in Nigeria are tertiary institutions approved by the Nigeria University Commission after meeting a mandatory requirement. We have a total of 21 private accredited universities, 53 Federal and State accredited universities and 13 colleges across Nigeria.
Accreditation is based on each department’s ability to meet the requirements set by these accreditation bodies. There are key areas to take note of during the accreditation process of a department, here is the list of requirements each department has to meet.
Requirements for Accreditation
- Level of Infrastructure
- Availability of Resources
- Qualification of Lecturers
These are the three core requirements for accreditation observed by the accreditation committee before approving a department in any university.
Accredited Universities in Nigeria
Federal Universities
S/N | FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | VICE CHANCELLOR | WEBSITE ADDRESS | YEAR EST. |
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1 | Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi | Professor Saminu Ibrahim | https://www.atbu.edu.ng | 1988 |
2 | Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria | Professor Kabir Bala | https://www.abu.edu.ng | 1962 |
3 | Bayero University, Kano | Professor Sagir Abbas | https://www.buk.edu.ng | 1975 |
4 | Federal University Gashua, Yobe | Prof. Andrew Haruna | https://www.fugashua.edu.ng | 2013 |
5 | Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun | Prof. Akii Ibhadode | https://www.fupre.edu.ng | 2007 |
6 | Federal University of Technology, Akure | Prof. Joseph Adola Fuwape | https://www.futa.edu.ng | 1981 |
7 | Federal University of Technology, Minna | Professor Abdullahi Bala | https://www.futminna.edu.ng | 1982 |
8 | Federal University of Technology, Owerri | Prof. Francis Chukwuemeka Eze | https://www.futo.edu.ng | 1980 |
9 | Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State | Professor Fatima Batoul Muktar | https://www.fud.edu.ng/ | 2011 |
10 | Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina | Professor Armaya’u Hamisu | https://www.fudutsinma.edu.ng | 2011 |
11 | Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State | Prof. Alhassan Mohammed Gani | https://www.fukashere.edu.ng | 2011 |
12 | Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State | Professor Muhammad Sanusi Liman | https://www.fulafia.edu.ng | 2011 |
13 | Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State | Professor Angela Freeman Miri | https://www.fulokoja.edu.ng | 2011 |
14 | Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State | Professor Chinedum Nwajiuba | https://www.funai.edu.ng | 2011 |
15 | Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa | Professor Seth Accra Jaja | https://www.fuotuoke.edu.ng/ | 2011 |
16 | Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State | Prof. Kayode Soremekun | https://www.fuoye.edu.ng/ | 2011 |
17 | Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State | Professor Mohammed Kundiri | https://www.fuwukari.edu.ng/ | 2011 |
18 | Federal University, Birnin Kebbi | Prof. Bello Bala Shehu | https://www.fubk.edu.ng | 2013 |
19 | Federal University, Gusau Zamfara | Prof. Magaji Garba | https://www.fugusau.edu.ng | 2013 |
20 | Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike | Professor Francis O Otunta | https://www.mouau.edu.ng | 1992 |
21 | Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola | Professor Abdullahi Liman Tukur | https://www.mautech.edu.ng | 1981 |
22 | National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos | Professor Abdalla Uba Adamu | https://www.nou.edu.ng | 2002 |
23 | Nigeria Police Academy Wudil | Professor Munzali Jibril | https://polac.edu.ng/ | 2013 |
24 | Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna | Professor Azubuike Sonny Nwankwo (Provost) | https://www.nda.edu.ng | 1985 |
25 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka | Professor Charles Esimone | https://www.unizik.edu.ng | 1992 |
26 | Obafemi Awolowo University,Ile-Ife | Professor Eyitope Ogunbodede | https://www.oauife.edu.ng | 1962 |
27 | University of Abuja, Gwagwalada | Professor Abdul-Rasheed Na’ Allah | https://www.uniabuja.edu.ng | 1988 |
28 | Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta | Professor Felix Kolawole Salako | https://www.unaab.edu.ng | 1988 |
29 | University of Agriculture, Makurdi | Prof. Richard Anande Kimbir | https://www.uam.edu.ng | 1988 |
30 | University of Benin | Professor Lilian Salami | https://www.uniben.edu.ng | 1970 |
31 | University of Calabar | Prof. Zana Itinube Akpagu | https://www.unical.edu.ng | 1975 |
32 | University of Ibadan | Professor Abel Idowu Olayinka | https://www.ui.edu.ng | 1948 |
33 | University of Ilorin | Professor Sulyman Abdulkareem | https://www.unilorin.edu.ng | 1975 |
34 | University of Jos | Prof. Sebastian Maimako | https://www.unijos.edu.ng | 1975 |
35 | University of Lagos | Prof. Oluwatoyin T Ogundipe | https://www.unilag.edu.ng | 1962 |
36 | University of Maiduguri | Professor Ibrahim A. Njodi | https://www.unimaid.edu.ng | 1975 |
37 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka | Professor Benjamin C. Ozumba | https://www.unn.edu.ng | 1960 |
38 | University of Port-Harcourt | Professor Ndowa N Lale | https://www.uniport.edu.ng | 1975 |
39 | University of Uyo | Professor Enefiok Essien | https://www.uniuyo.edu.ng | 1991 |
40 | Usumanu Danfodiyo University | Professor L S Bilbis | https://www.udusok.edu.ng | 1975 |
41 | Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State | Professor Ongoebi M Orubide Etebu | https://www.nmu.edu.ng | 2018 |
42 | Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna | Prof. Mohammed Dauda (Provost) | https://afit.edu.ng | 2018 |
43 | Nigerian Army University Biu | Prof. David Iliya Malgwi | https://naub.edu.ng/ | 2018 |
44 | University of Health Technology, Otukpo Benue State | 2020 |
Private Universities
S/N | PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES | VICE CHANCELLOR | WEBSITE ADDRESS | YEAR EST. |
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1 | Achievers University, Owo | Professor Samuel Aje | https://www.achievers.edu.ng | 2007 |
2 | Adeleke University, Ede | Prof. Samuel E Alao | https://www.adelekeuniversity.edu.ng | 2011 |
3 | Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State | Professor M.O Ajisafe | https://www.abuad.edu.ng | 2009 |
4 | African University of Science & Technology, Abuja | Professor Kingston Nyamapfene | https://aust.edu.ng | 2007 |
5 | Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan | Prof. Dapo F Asaju | https://www.acu.edu.ng | 2005 |
6 | Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin | Professor Taofeek Ibrahim | https://www.alhikmah.edu.ng | 2005 |
7 | Al-Qalam University, Katsina | Prof. Shehu G. Ado | https://www.auk.edu.ng | 2005 |
8 | American University of Nigeria, Yola | Dr. Dawn Dekle | https://www.aun.edu.ng | 2003 |
9 | Augustine University | Prof. Steve OlaOluwa Afolami | https://www.augustineuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
10 | Babcock University,Ilishan-Remo | Professor Ademola Stephen Tayo | https://www.babcock.edu.ng | 1999 |
11 | Baze University | Prof. Tahir Mamman | https://www.bazeuniversity.edu.ng | 2011 |
12 | Bells University of Technology, Otta | Professor Jeremiah Ojediran | https://www.bellsuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2005 |
13 | Benson Idahosa University, Benin City | Prof. Sam Guobadia | https://www.biu.edu.ng/ | 2002 |
14 | Bingham University, New Karu | Prof. William Barnabas Qurix | https://www.binghamuni.edu.ng | 2005 |
15 | Bowen University, Iwo | Professor. Matthews Akintunde Ojo | https://www.bowenuniversity-edu.org | 2001 |
16 | Caleb University, Lagos | Professor Ayandiji D Aina | https://www.calebuniversity.edu.ng | 2007 |
17 | Caritas University, Enugu | Professor Vincent C. Okore | https://www.caritasuni.edu.ng/ | 2005 |
18 | Chrisland University | Prof (Mrs) Chinedum Peace Babalola | https://www.chrislanduniversity.edu.ng | 2015 |
19 | Covenant University Ota | Prof. Aderemi A Atayero | https://www.covenantuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2002 |
20 | Crawford University Igbesa | Prof. Isaac Rotimi Ajayi | https://www.crawforduniversity.edu.ng | 2005 |
21 | Crescent University | Professor Ibrahim Gbajabiamila | https://www.crescent-university.edu.ng | 2005 |
22 | Edwin Clark University, Kaigbodo | Prof. Timothy O Olagbemiro | https://www.edwinclarkuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
23 | Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin | Prof. Olukayode O. Amund | https://www.elizadeuniversity.edu.ng | 2012 |
24 | Evangel University, Akaeze | Prof. I U Kalu | https://www.evangeluniversity.edu.ng | 2012 |
25 | Fountain Unveristy, Oshogbo | Prof. Usman Abdullateef | https://www.fountainuniversity.edu.ng | 2007 |
26 | Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike – Enugu State | Prof. (Revd.) Chikelu. Anieke | https://www.gouni.edu.ng | 2009 |
27 | Gregory University, Uturu | Prof. M O E Iwuala | https://www.gregoryuniversity.com | 2012 |
28 | Hallmark University, Ijebi Itele, Ogun | Prof. Segun Odunola | https://www.hallmark.edu.ng | 2015 |
29 | Hezekiah University, Umudi | Prof. Enoch Ajunwa | https://hezekiah.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
30 | Igbinedion University Okada | Professor Lawrence Ikechukwu Ezemonye | https://www.iuokada.edu.ng | 1999 |
31 | Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji | Professor Sola Fajana | https://www.jabu.edu.ng | 2006 |
32 | Kings University, Ode Omu | Prof. Diran Famurewa | https://www.kingsuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
33 | Kwararafa University, Wukari | Professor Yakubu A Ochefu | https://www.kwararafauniversity.edu.ng | 2005 |
34 | Landmark University, Omu-Aran. | Professor Adeniyi Olayanju | https://www.lmu.edu.ng | 2011 |
35 | Lead City University, Ibadan | Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo | https://www.lcu.edu.ng | 2005 |
36 | Madonna University, Okija | Prof. Chucks E. Ezedum | https://www.madonnauniversity.edu.ng | 1999 |
37 | Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo | Prof. Adeniyi Agunbiade | https://www.mcu.edu.ng | 2012 |
38 | Micheal & Cecilia Ibru University | Prof. (Mrs.) Ibiynka A. Fuwape | https://mciu.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
39 | Mountain Top University | Prof Elijah Ayolabi | https://www.mtu.edu.ng | 2015 |
40 | Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja | Professor Huseyin Sert | https://www.ntnu.edu.ng | 2009 |
41 | Novena University, Ogume | Prof Chris Aniche Okoroafor | https://www.novenauniversity.edu.ng | 2005 |
42 | Obong University, Obong Ntak | Professor Udouda M Ekanemesang | https://www.obonguniversity.net | 2007 |
43 | Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu – Osun State | Prof. Chibuzo Nnate Nwoke | https://www.oduduwauniversity.edu.ng | 2009 |
44 | Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos | Professor Juan Manuel Elegido | https://www.pau.edu.ng | 2002 |
45 | Paul University, Awka – Anambra State | Professor Uche Isiugo-Abanihe | https://www.pauluniversity.edu.ng | 2009 |
46 | Redeemer’s University, Ede | Professor Anthony Enisan Akinlo | https://www.run.edu.ng | 2005 |
47 | Renaissance University, Enugu | Prof. C C Onochie | https://www.rnu.edu.ng | 2005 |
48 | Rhema University, Obeama-Asa – Rivers State | Professor O. C. Onwudike | https://www.rhemauniversity.edu.ng | 2009 |
49 | Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom | Prof. Celestine A Ntuen | https://www.ritmanuniversity.edu.ng | 2015 |
50 | Salem University, Lokoja | Prof. (Mrs) Dorcas Oluwade | https://www.salemuniversity.edu.ng | 2007 |
51 | Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa. | Prof. Benard E. Aigbokhan | https://www.sau.edu.ng | 2011 |
52 | Southwestern University, Oku Owa | Prof. Babatunde A Ikotun | https://www.southwesternuniversity.edu.ng | 2012 |
53 | Summit University | Prof. H O B Oloyede | https://www.summituniversity.edu.ng | 2015 |
54 | Tansian University, Umunya | Professor Obioma Matthew Iheduru | https://tansianuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2007 |
55 | University of Mkar, Mkar | Prof. Iorwese D Gernah | https://www.unimkar.edu.ng | 2005 |
56 | Veritas University, Abuja | Prof. Michael Kwanashie | https://www.veritas.edu.ng | 2007 |
57 | Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa – Edo State | Professor F E Obi Ikediugwu | https://www.wellspringuniversity.net | 2009 |
58 | Wesley University. of Science & Technology, Ondo | Professor Olu Aderounmu | https://www.wusto.edu.ng | 2007 |
59 | Western Delta University, Oghara Delta State | Prof. (Mrs) Olete Okobiah | https://wdu.edu.ng | 2007 |
60 | Christopher University Mowe | Prof. Friday Ndubuisi | https://www.christopheruniversity.edu.ng/ | 2015 |
61 | Kola Daisi University Ibadan, Oyo State | Prof. Kolade Ayorinde | https://www.koladaisiuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
62 | Anchor University Ayobo Lagos State | Prof. J O Afolayan | https://www.aul.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
63 | Dominican University Ibadan Oyo State | Prof. Anthony Akinwole | https://www.dui.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
64 | Legacy University, Okija Anambra State | Prof. Moses Nkem Chendo | https://www.legacyuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
65 | Arthur Javis University Akpoyubo Cross river State | Prof. Julian Osuji | https://www.arthurjarvisuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
66 | Crown Hill University Eiyenkorin, Kwara State | Prof John Adesiji Olorunmaiye | https://www.crownhilluniversity.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
67 | Coal City University Enugu State | Prof. Malachy Ike Okwueze | 2016 | |
68 | Clifford University Owerrinta Abia State | Prof. Chimezie A Omeonu | https://www.clifforduni.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
69 | Admiralty University, Ibusa Delta State | https://www.adun.edu.ng | 2017 | |
70 | Spiritan University, Nneochi Abia State | Prof. Remy Onyewuenyi | https://www.spiritanuniversity.edu.ng | 2017 |
71 | Precious Cornerstone University, Oyo | Prof. Julius Kolawole Oloke | https://www.pcu.edu.ng | 2017 |
72 | PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Portharcourt | Prof. Michael Diejomaoh | https://www.pums.edu.ng | 2017 |
73 | Atiba University Oyo | 2017 | ||
74 | Eko University of Medical and Health Sciences Ijanikin, Lagos | Professor Muheez Alani Durosinmi | https://www.ekounivmed.edu.ng | 2017 |
75 | Skyline University, Kano | Professor Sudhakar Kota | https://www.sun.edu.ng | 2018 |
76 | Greenfield University, Kaduna | https://www.gfu.edu.ng | 2019 | |
77 | Dominion University Ibadan, Oyo State | https://www.dominionuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2019 | |
78 | Trinity University Ogun State | Professor Charles Korede Ayo | https://www.trinityuniversity.edu.ng/ | 2019 |
79 | Westland University Iwo, Osun State | 2019 |
State Universities
S/N | STATE UNIVERSITIES | VICE CHANCELLOR | WEBSITE ADDRESS | YEAR EST. |
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1 | Abia State University, Uturu | Prof. E. Uche Ikonne | https://www.absu.edu.ng | 1981 |
2 | Adamawa State University Mubi | Prof (Mrs) Kaletapwa Farauta | https://www.adsu.edu.ng | 2002 |
3 | Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba | Professor Igbekele Amos Ajibefun | https://www.aaua.edu.ng | 1999 |
4 | Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden | Professor Eno James Ibanga | https://www.aksu.edu.ng | 2010 |
5 | Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma | Professor Ignatius A. Onimawo | https://www.aauekpoma.edu.ng | 1980 |
6 | Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli | Professor Fidelis Uzochukwu Okafor | https://coou.edu.ng/ | 2000 |
7 | Bauchi State University, Gadau | Prof. Ezzildin M. Abdulrahman | https://www.basug.edu.ng | 2011 |
8 | Benue State University, Makurdi | Professor Msugh Moses Kembe | https://www.bsum.edu.ng | 1992 |
9 | Yobe State University, Damaturu | Professor Yakubu Muktar | https://www.ysu.edu.ng | 2006 |
10 | Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar | Professor A. Owan Enoh | https://www.crutech.edu.ng | 2004 |
21 | Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil | Professor IShehu A Musa | https://www.kust.edu.ng | 2000 |
22 | Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero | Prof. Bashar Ladan Aliero | https://www.ksusta.edu.ng | 2006 |
23 | Kogi State University Anyigba | Professor Mohammed Sanni Abdulkadir | https://www.ksu.edu.ng | 1999 |
24 | Kwara State University, Ilorin | Professor Mohammed M Akanbi | https://www.kwasu.edu.ng | 2009 |
25 | Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso | Prof. Adeniyi S Gbadegesin | https://www.lautech.edu.ng | 1990 |
26 | Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa | Prof. Sunday R Ogunduyile | https://www.osustech.edu.ng | 2008 |
27 | River State University | Prof. Blessing Chimezie Didia | https://www.rsu.edu.ng | 1979 |
28 | Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye | Prof Ganiyu Olatunji Olatunde | https://www.oouagoiwoye.edu.ng | 1982 |
29 | Lagos State University, Ojo | Prof. Olanrewaju Fagbohun | https://www.lasu.edu.ng | 1983 |
30 | Niger Delta University Yenagoa | Prof. Samuel Gowon Edoumiekumo | https://www.ndu.edu.ng | 2000 |
31 | Nasarawa State University Keffi | Prof. Muhammad Akaro Mainoma | https://www.nsuk.edu.ng | 2002 |
32 | Plateau State University Bokkos | Prof. Doknan Sheni | https://www.plasu.edu.ng | 2005 |
33 | Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode | Prof. Oluyemisi Obilade | https://www.tasued.edu.ng | 2005 |
34 | Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University Katsina | Prof. Idris Isa Funtua | https://www.umyu.edu.ng | 2006 |
35 | Osun State University Osogbo | Prof Labode Popoola | https://www.uniosun.edu.ng | 2006 |
36 | Taraba State University, Jalingo | Prof. Vincent Ado Tenebe | https://www.tsuniversity.edu.ng | 2008 |
37 | Sokoto State University | Prof. Sani M Dangwaggo | https://www.ssu.edu.ng | 2009 |
38 | Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano | Prof. Mustapha Ahmad Isah | https://www.nwu.edu.ng | 2012 |
39 | Oyo State Technical University Ibadan | Prof. Abayomi Salami | https://tech-u.edu.ng/ | 2012 |
40 | Ondo State University of Medical Sciences | Prof. Friday Okonofua | https://www.unimed.edu.ng | 2015 |
41 | Edo University Iyamo | Prof. Emmanuel Aluyor (Ag) | https://www.edouniversity.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
42 | Eastern Palm University Ogboko, Imo State | Prof. Dafe Otobo | https://www.epu.edu.ng/ | 2016 |
43 | University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State | Prof. Valentine Aletor | https://www.uat.edu.ng/public/ | 2016 |
44 | Bornu State University, Maiduguri | 2016 | ||
45 | Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology Abeokuta | 2017 | ||
46 | Gombe State University of Science and Technology | 2017 | ||
47 | Zamfara State University | 2018 | ||
48 | Bayelsa Medical University | 2019 |
Kindly note that any department not accredited has the risk of being scrapped during your stay of the course, which poses a serious risk. We advise you to enroll in accredited courses during your jamb registration.
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Unaccredited universities signify that your institution is not approved by the NUC. Those are the federal, private, and state accredited universities in Nigeria.