The Largest Universities in Nigeria 2024 (By Landmass)
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Although appearing in the list of the Largest Universities in Nigeria 2024 does not arouse the interest of aspiring students, it is quite interesting to know about these notable universities in Nigeria like the University of Ilorin, the University of Abuja, Ahmedu Bello University and many others.
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However, the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has recorded that the number of candidates applying for JAMB keeps rising in millions, and most of these people may not be given admission, not because they didn’t merit it but because the universities they may have applied for could not accommodate them all.
Thus, just as the number of Nigerians seeking to further their education in higher institutions is increasing, it is also good to know more about the largest universities that can accommodate many of them to help them choose the universities they will apply to.
With their well-designed infrastructure, they will surely make it to your list of institutions to attend. Keep reading for more insight.
The Top Largest Universities in Nigeria
If you have ever wondered what the largest universities would be, here are your top picks.
1) University Of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
This is the first University on the list of the largest universities in 2024 by landmass; it occupies as much as 15,000 hectares of land. Located in the capital city of Kwara state, the University has been the first University in sub-Saharan Africa to have an uninterrupted academic program for 16 years.
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It was established in 1975 and has been a home of innovation and renovation of great minds till now.
2) University Of Abuja
Located in the Nigerian Capital city (established in 1888), it has 15,000 students and over 1000 lecturers and offers 1539 courses.
It started as a mini campus before being relocated to its permanent site at Kaduna-Lokoja-Abuja Road. It has recently covered up to 11,824 hectares of land.
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3) Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, is a citadel of learning established on January 1, 1988, covering not less than 10,000 hectares of land.
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4) Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
Initially called the University of Northern Nigeria, Ahmadu Bello University was established on October 4, 1962, and later renamed the Ahmadu Bello University.
It occupies 7,000 hectares of land, including the two campuses at Kongo and Zaria.
5) Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife
Obafemi Awolowo University is another institution of higher learning that has recorded an increased number of students who wish to study at its citadel of learning.
This university that is located at Ile Ife, in Osun state is also among the top largest Universities in Nigeria 2024.
6) University Of Benin, Edo State
It was established in 1970 and became a Federal University in 1975. This University has a history as the first University in Nigeria to appoint a female as its vice-chancellor from 1985 to 1991.
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7) Federal University of Technology, Owerri
The Federal University of Technology (FUTO) is a school with an unbroken record as the oldest and biggest in Nigeria’s Southeast and South-south regions. As a Federal University, it offers more than 40 degree programs.
8) Redeemers University of Nigeria (RUN)
This is a privately owned Christian University that the Redeemed Christian Church of God owns. It was established in 2005. It is a religious school that accepts students from diverse cultural backgrounds. It has a landmass, which added it to the list of the largest Universities in Nigeria.
9) The American University of Nigeria
This school got its name from the style, the first of its kind styled according to the American higher education education system for undergraduates, postgraduates and professionals.
It is the first private University in Nigeria with a notable land area, and it is located in Yola, Adamawa State.
10) University Of Ibadan
Located in Oyo State, it is also called the PREMIER UNIVERSITY because it is one of the oldest Universities in Nigeria. University of Ibadan, UI, has a long record of achievements, which it made and programs that it offers, and has a land mass of about 1032 hectares.
The University of Ibadan is also on the list of largest Universities in Nigeria 2024.
11) Olabisi Onabanjo University
It was founded on July 7, 1982, as Ogun State University (OSU). It was renamed Olabisi Onabanjo University (current name) on May 29, 2001, in honour of the civilian governor of Ogun state who fought to establish the University.
It has multiple campuses and a landmass of above 3000 hectares of land on each campus.
Summary
Above is a list of the top 11 largest universities in Nigeria by landmass, their locations, and why they appeared on this top list. Most of them are the oldest in the entire country or region.
University of Ilorin, University of Abuja, University of Ibadan, University of Benin, Obafemi Awolowo University and many others are among the largest with an amazing landmass.
Studying in such a school will give the student an amazing tour experience.
