Covenant University (CU) has emerged as Nigeria’s leading university in the 2024 Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings. This annual evaluation assesses global institutions across various criteria, with CU claiming the top spot nationally. The ranking includes 1,907 institutions from 108 countries, based on teaching quality, research environment, industry collaboration, and international outlook.
In the 2024 edition, CU and the University of Ibadan (UI) were ranked within the global 800-1000 range. Other notable Nigerian universities include the Federal University of Technology Akure, the University of Lagos, and Bayero University.
Top 10 Nigerian Universities (THE 2024 Rankings)
- Covenant University
- University of Ibadan
- Federal University of Technology Akure
- University of Lagos
- Bayero University
- University of Ilorin
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka
- Afe Babalola University
- University of Benin
- Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
Internationally, the University of Oxford maintained its first-place position for the ninth consecutive year. Stanford University climbed to second, while Harvard University dropped to fourth place.
The THE Rankings offer insights into university performance globally, helping prospective students and policymakers compare institutions based on comprehensive data, including research quality and academic reputation.
