Names of State Universities In Nigeria And Their Year of Establishment

There are several State Universities in Nigeria with sound academic standard that compete with other Universities in the World.

This post provides what a University stands for, the various States Universities in Nigeria, their year of establishment and overview.

By definition, a University is a higher education institution that offers academic programs and degrees in various fields of study. It is typically a large and diverse community of students, faculty and staff, and it provides an environment for intellectual and personal growth, research and innovation.

Universities are typically organized into colleges or faculties, each specializing in a particular area of study such as business, law, engineering, medicine, arts, and sciences. They offer undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate programs leading to degrees such as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.

In addition to teaching, Universities also engage in research activities, often leading to breakthrough discoveries and innovation in various fields. Universities may also offer various services to the community, such as continuing education, outreach programs, and cultural events.

Below are some of the State Universities in Nigeria and their year of establishment:

1. Abia State University – 1981
2. Adamawa State University – 2002
3. Adekunle Ajasin University – 1999
4. Akwa Ibom State University – 2010
5. Ambrose Alli University – 1981
6. Bauchi State University – 2011
7. Benue State University – 1992
8. Cross River State University of Technology – 2002
9. Delta State University – 1992
10. Ebonyi State University – 1999
11. Ekiti State University – 1982
12. Enugu State University of Science and Technology – 1982
13. Gombe State University – 2004
14. Imo State University – 1992
15. Kaduna State University – 2004
16. Kano State University of Science and Technology – 2000
17. Kebbi State University of Science and Technology – 2006
18. Kogi State University – 1999
19. Kwara State University – 2009
20. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology – 1990
21. Lagos State University – 1983
22. Nasarawa State University – 2002
23. Niger Delta University – 2000
24. Northwest University, Kano – 2012
25. Ondo State University of Science and Technology – 2008
26. Osun State University – 2006
27. Plateau State University – 2005
28. Rivers State University – 1980
29. Sokoto State University – 2009
30. Tai Solarin University of Education – 2005
31. Taraba State University – 2008
32. Technical University, Ibadan – 2012
33. Umaru Musa Yar’adua University – 2006
34. Yobe State University – 2006

In summary, Universities play a crucial role in developing and disseminating knowledge, advancing society and preparing individuals for careers and leadership roles in various fields, of which state Universities represent.