Students from various Nigerian universities, including UNILAG, U, and FUTA, have voiced diverse reactions to the recent ranking by Times Higher Education, which positioned Covenant University as the top tertiary institution in Nigeria, surpassing longstanding academic giants like the University of Ibadan and the Federal University of Technology, Akure. While some express skepticism about the validity of the ranking methodology, others question the significance of Covenant University's position, considering factors such as infrastructure, faculty quality, and research output.
Many students take pride in their alma mater, with some highlighting the achievements of their institutions' alumni. Furthermore, there are discussions surrounding the disparity in tuition fees between Covenant University and other universities, raising concerns about accessibility to quality education.
Some individuals also ponder the future trajectory of newer institutions like Wigwe University, speculating on their potential ranking in subsequent years.
