Country Overview
| Capital | Abuja |
| Largest City | Lagos |
| Official Language | English |
| Currency | Nigerian Naira (NGN) |
| Academic Year | September – June |
| Avg Tuition (International) | NGN 500,000 – 2,000,000/year |
| WAEC / NECO | Local entry qualification; SA students use NSC |
| Institutions | 170+ NUC-accredited universities |
Top Universities
| Institution | Location | Website |
|---|---|---|
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | Lagos | unilag.edu.ng |
| University of Ibadan | Ibadan, Oyo | ui.edu.ng |
| Ahmadu Bello University | Zaria, Kaduna | abu.edu.ng |
| Obafemi Awolowo University | Ile-Ife, Osun | oauife.edu.ng |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka | Nsukka, Enugu | unn.edu.ng |
| Covenant University | Ota, Ogun | covenantuniversity.edu.ng |
How to Apply
International students apply directly to each university. Bring certified copies of your NSC results (SAQA-evaluated for equivalency). Contact the International Students Office of your chosen institution.
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