Leadnaija
Covenant University in Ogun State has once again claimed the top spot in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) ranking of Nigerian universities, affirming its dominance as the leading institution in academic excellence and global competitiveness.
This year’s ranking, which evaluates universities based on teaching, research, citations, international outlook, and industry income, showcases a mix of federal, state, and private universities across Nigeria.
Top 25 Nigerian Universities in 2025 (Times Ranking)
1. Covenant University, Ogun State
2. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
3. Landmark University, Kwara State
4. University of Ibadan, Oyo State
5. University of Lagos, Lagos State
6. Bayero University, Kano
7. Federal University of Technology, Akure
8. Federal University of Technology, Minna
9. University of Benin, Edo State
10. University of Ilorin, Kwara State
11. University of Nigeria, Nsukka
12. Ekiti State University, Ado Ekiti
13. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
14. Federal University of Technology, Owerri
15. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti
16. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho
17. Lagos State University, Ojo
18. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
19. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
20. University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State
21. Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
22. Abia State University, Uturu
23. Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden
24. Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike
25. Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
This latest ranking highlights a strong presence of science and technology-focused institutions, with four Federal Universities of Technology making the top 15.
Covenant University continues to lead as a private institution with a global perspective, consistent research output, and modern infrastructure.
