Private Universities in Nigeria, Location, and What You Should Know

Private universities in Nigeria have no doubt been a force to reckon with in Nigeria and beyond due to their strives and the multiple strikes actions that have rocked the public institution due to frequent disagreements between the government and workers over the years.

This however made concerned people think of a solution to this common issue and it brought about private universities in Nigeria which has helped run a smooth calendar so far.

Although not everyone can afford the private universities in Nigeria, but they are in various degrees and some are even non-profit just to dish out quality education.

I will be mentioning a few and some brief histories of the institution.

Igbinedion University : Igbinedion university is the first private university in Nigeria. It was licensed in October, 1999. Located in Okada town, Edo State.

ABUAD: commonly known as ABUAD, Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti is a force to reckon with due to the high standard and excellence it has maintained in the Educational system within and outside Nigeria. It is owned by a renowned lawyer, Afe  Babalola who started the school as a way to contribute to Nigeria’s educational system.

Ajayi Crowther University: Located in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Ajayi Crowther University is one of the cheap and affordable private universities in Nigeria. It is operated and owned by the Anglican Communion.

Achievers University Owo: Achievers university, Owo is also one of the best private universities in Owo and also not only that, it’s also affordable and makes education easy for students due to a wide range of scholarships and grants. It is owned by Bode Ayorinde who is a renowned educationist.

One common question people also ask is if you need your JAMB result to gain admission into a private university?

The answer is No. Most private universities do not need your JAMB result before you can be admitted to their institutions.

Other private universities in Nigeria include;

Covenant University, Babcock university, Landmark University, Baze University, Novena University and many more.

We will update this as soon as possible with more and also information about them.