Covenant University has been ranked Nigeria's best university for 2025 by Times Higher Education, surpassing Ahmadu Bello University and Landmark University. The rankings are based on teaching, research, and international outlook, with other top institutions like the University of Ibadan and the University of Lagos also making the list.
Covenant University has been ranked as the best university in Nigeria for 2025 according to the Times Higher Education (THE) rankings. The university surpassed others in key areas such as teaching, research, and international outlook. Following closely behind Covenant University are Ahmadu Bello University, Landmark University, the University of Ibadan, and the University of Lagos, which secured the fourth and fifth spots, respectively.
The ranking also highlighted other top universities in the country, with Bayero University, Federal University of Technology Akure, and the University of Benin making it into the top 10. The full list of the top 44 universities in Nigeria includes institutions like Ekiti State University, Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, and Obafemi Awolowo University.
This ranking reflects the growing presence and recognition of Nigerian universities on a global scale, with Covenant University leading the charge. The list serves as a benchmark for academic excellence in the country, showcasing the institutions that have excelled in various academic and research domains. It is expected that these rankings will continue to drive competition and improvement among Nigeria’s universities in the coming years.
