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  • FULL LIST: Covenant University beats UNN, UNILAG, UI, others to emerge best in Nigeria

    FULL LIST: Covenant University beats UNN, UNILAG, UI, others to emerge best in Nigeria

    The Times Higher Education has released the 2025 World universities rankings across 108 countries and regions.

    In Nigeria, 43 universities appeared on the list with Covenant University taking the number one spot.

    Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) comes second highest-ranked university, while Landmark University and  University of Ibadan, takes third and fourth positions respectively.

    The University of Lagos (UNILAG) took the fifth position, maintaining its global position from 2024 but dropping one spot domestically.

    Top 5 Universities in Nigeria (THE 2025)

    Covenant University
    Ahmadu Bello University
    Landmark University
    University of Ibadan
    University of Lagos

    Other notable institutions in the top 10 include Bayero University, Kano, and the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).

    Full Rankings: Top Nigerian Universities (THE 2025)

    Covenant University
    Ahmadu Bello University
    Landmark University
    University of Ibadan
    University of Lagos
    Bayero University
    Federal University of Technology, Akure
    Federal University of Technology, Minna
    University of Benin
    University of Ilorin
    University of Nigeria, Nsukka
    Ekiti State University
    Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
    Federal University of Technology, Owerri
    Federal University Oye-Ekiti
    Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
    Lagos State University
    Nnamdi Azikiwe University
    Obafemi Awolowo University
    University of Port Harcourt
    Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto
    Abia State University
    Akwa Ibom State University
    Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike
    Ambrose Alli University
    Baze University
    Bells University of Technology
    Benson Idahosa University
    Bowen University
    Delta State University, Abraka
    Evangel University, Akaeze
    Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun
    Godfrey Okoye University
    Lagos State University of Education
    Lagos State University of Science and Technology
    Nasarawa State University, Keffi
    Niger Delta University
    Nile University of Nigeria
    Osun State University
    Rivers State University
    Thomas Adewumi University
    University of Cross River State
    University of Maiduguri
    Veritas University, Abuja

  • Bishop Oyedepo reacts as Covenant University churns out 339 First Class graduates

    Bishop Oyedepo reacts as Covenant University churns out 339 First Class graduates

    The Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University, Ogun State, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, said that 339 students bagged First Class Honours in the 2023/2024 academic session.

    Adebayo disclosed this during the 19th Convocation ceremony for the Conferment of First and Higher Degrees, and presentation of prizes on Friday in Ota.

    According to him, 1,456 students graduated for the 2023/2024 academic session. This comprised 339 students who made first class, 762 second class upper honours, 330 second class lower, third class 25 and 151 in the post-graduate categories.

    Sanni Oluwademilade, a student in the Department of Industrial Mathematics, College of Mathematics, emerged as the best-graduating student with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.99.

    Adebayo said, “the release of Eagles 2024 will join our network of over 24,000 Covenant Eagles, who are already soaring globally, building the old wastes and raising the former desolations.

    “The University is immensely grateful to God as another cohort of new generation leaders are being unleashed in the ecosphere as agents of positive change in our nation, continent and the world.”

    The VC said that the university had been ranked by Higher Times Education in the World Universities Ranking 2025, as the best university in Nigeria and number one in West Africa.

    Earlier, David Oyedepo, the Chancellor of the institution, said the passion of the university came alive to provide an alternate education in terms of quality that would rescue young individuals from lifelong crises.

    According to him, from the onset, there was an understanding that Covenant University was heading to become one of the best in the world.

    “No wonder it has been an award-winning university almost since its inception. As you know, we are one of the most subscribed private universities in Nigeria today, to the glory of God,” he said.

    The Chancellor said that the university was solving character problems among young people and committed to remain a solution-bearing institution.

    In his address, Bishop David Abioye, the Pro-Chancellor of the university, admonished the graduates to exercise patience in all of their endeavours as they graduate from the citadel of learning.

    Abioye, who tagged his address as “Necessity of Patience”, said the university has modelled them to leaders, adding that it is time for them to go into society and be game changers.

    The Pro-Chancellor advised the graduates to provide solutions to the challenges facing their respective communities and soar as eagles.

  • Subsidy removal: Covenant University increases workers’ salary by 20%

    Subsidy removal: Covenant University increases workers’ salary by 20%

    The Board of Regents, Covenant University, Ota, Ogun, has approved 20 per cent salary increase for all the staff of the institution.

    Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, Vice-Chancellor of the Institution, said this in a statement on Wednesday in Ota.

    Adebayo said the decision by the Board to implement the salary increase was to cushion the adverse effect of the removal of fuel subsidy, which led to a rise in inflation in the country.

    “The VC appreciated the Board of Regents of the University, led by the Chancellor, Dr. David  Oyedepo, in making such a compassionate decision to alleviate the harsh economic situation of the country for the University’s workforce,” he said.

    According to Adedayo, the salary increase will take effect from September to boost the morale and commitment of the Faculty and Staff of the University.

    He added that this has also engendered a fresh drive and vigour in the pursuit of its vision of raising a new generation of leaders and the actualisation of its newly unfolded Vision 7-2030 agenda.

  • How Nigerian universities can emerge world class – Covenant varsity VC

    How Nigerian universities can emerge world class – Covenant varsity VC

    The Vice-Chancellor, Covenant University, Otta, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, has said that Nigerian universities require intensive and impactful research, alongside teaching and community service to emerge world class.

    Adebayo said this at a workshop held at the University of Benin on Thursday.

    The workshop was captioned, “University ranking: Experiences of Covenant University”.

    The workshop was organised by the University of Benin’s Centre of Excellence in Reproductive Health Innovation (CERHI).

    The vice-chancellor said that  universities in Nigeria could not continue to do what they were used to and expect different results.

    Covenant University, he said, had long resolved to be doing even what the world class universities, such as Havard and Oxford, were not doing; hence its high rating amongst the world higher institutions.

    “Most universities in Nigeria concentrate on teaching and, perhaps, community service and have left out the area of research.

    “Impactful research is almost non-existent in most of the universities,” Adebayo said.

    According to him, to secure first ranking in Africa, the university had set a vision of 10:2022, meaning to be among the best 10 in the world by 2022.

    He said that although the University of Benin was not doing badly, it would need to improve on its publications, particularly in Q1 and Q2 journals.

    Besides teaching, research and impact, Adebayo identified citation, reputation, international outlook and industry income as other metrics considered for universities ranking across the world.

    “You have to go beyond your best to accomplish some of those things.

    “If we want to become world class universities, beyond classroom teachings, we have to spend extra time to do the research.

    “We must go beyond the kind of civil service work we do.

    “The world is a global village and the rankings of universities have really come to stay.

    “Whether or not you wished to be ranked, you will be ranked.

    “It is high time, whether management, staff or students, we worked together to see that we place our universities on the world map, standing at par with other world universities,” he said.

    In a remark, the Vice-Chancellor, University of Benin, Prof. Lilian Salami, said that the lecture had brought out all the deficiencies and things that the institution was doing rightly.

    “I think the most important thing is that we all have determined that we can do it because he has simplified how we can get to that world class level.

    “At the University of Benin, we are also proud to be the University of the universe, but we must match our words with our actions.

     

  • Analysis: How top Nigerian universities evolved in global rankings

    Analysis: How top Nigerian universities evolved in global rankings

    The recent global rankings of world universities released by the Times Higher Education for 2024 has revealed the dynamic and competitive nature of the academic landscape of higher education in Nigeria.

    These rankings, which evaluate universities based on various criteria including teaching, research quality, industry engagement, and international exposure, provide a valuable assessment of the academic standing of Nigerian institutions.

    Nigeria is home to a diverse range of higher education institutions, numbering nearly 130, encompassing federal, state-owned, and private universities.

    One notable highlight is the substantial 225 per cent increase in the number of Nigerian universities featured this year, from 12 to a total of 39 institutions.

    In terms of the university rankings, there have been intriguing shifts at the top. The University of Ibadan which ranked first in 2023 moved to the second position in the latest ranking, while Covenant University leaped from its previous third-place standing to claim the top spot.

    Conversely, the University of Lagos, which once held the second rank, has now slipped to the fourth position, while the Federal University of Technology, Akure, moved from the 5th rank in 2023 to an impressive third place in the 2024 rankings.

    In addition, Bayero University, which previously held the 4th position, experienced a slight dip, now securing the 5th place.

    However, on a continental scale, the University of Cape Town has secured the leading position in Africa, showcasing a significant advancement from the 237th to the 173rd position on the global scale.

    Following closely, the University of the Witwatersrand has claimed the second spot on the continent, securing the 264th position worldwide.

    Stellenbosch University has exhibited remarkable progress by ascending from its 454th position last year to a commendable 283rd position this year, solidifying its standing as the third-best university in Africa.

    While South Africa boasts the highest number of highly ranked universities, Egypt stands at the forefront in terms of the total number of universities featured on the list, boasting an impressive count of 15 institutions. South Africa closely follows with 11 institutions, showcasing an increase from the previous year’s count of nine universities.

    Nigeria’s universities ranked 16th, 19th, 31st, 35th and 48th positions in Africa. Factors such as inadequate funding, outdated infrastructure, limited research output, and a lack of international collaborations contribute to this predicament.

    The rankings which show the global reputation of Nigerian higher education,  act as a catalyst for universities to strive for excellence across various academic dimensions, as universities must adapt and innovate, ensuring that the quality of education and research aligns with international standards.

     

  • 206 Bag First Class at Covenant University, 1934 graduates

    206 Bag First Class at Covenant University, 1934 graduates

    At least 206 students of the Covenant University (CU), Ota, Ogun State, on Friday bagged First-Class degrees at its 2021/2022 Convocation.

    The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo, disclosed this during the 17th Convocation Ceremony and Conferment of First and Higher Degrees, and the presentation of prizes in Ota.

    The convocation was tagged ‘Release of Eagles for 2022’.

    The graduands comprised 206 first-class honours, representing 12.28 percent; 744 second-class upper honours, representing 44.36 percent; 620 second-class lower or 36.97 percent; 107, representing 6.38 percent in third class; and 257 post-graduate students.

    Fatima Andat, a student in the Department of Accounting, College of Management and Social Sciences, emerged as the best-graduating student with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 5.0.

    Adebayo said that the institution, on a rescue mission in education, had determined to raise a new generation of leaders that would restore the lost glory of the black race.

    “In just two decades of its existence, Covenant University has become a leading world-class university and the best higher education destination for students in Africa.

    “In addition, Covenant University emerged as the best university out of the 111 private universities in Nigeria by the Prestige Nigeria Education,” he said.

    Also speaking, the Chancellor of the Institution, Dr. David Oyedepo, urged the graduands to be productive and take responsibility in order not to end as liabilities.

    Oyedepo said that everyone was absolutely responsible for their outcome in life, as responsibility was the prices of greatness.

    “Life begins with a vision, no one arrived at a future he or she does not prepare for. It is time to wake up and take responsibility early because commitment to one’s vision is what is called responsibility,” he said.

    He implored parents to allow their children to take responsibility so that they would not end up as liabilities in life.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports that Covenant University (CU) is a private Christian university in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria.[1][2][3] It is affiliated with Living Faith Church Worldwide and is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, Association of African Universities , and National Universities Commission.[4][5] In 2019, Covenant University became the first Nigerian university to be ranked in the top 401-500 category of world universities by Times Higher Education.

  • Covenant University ranks best private university in Nigeria

    Covenant University ranks best private university in Nigeria

    Covenant University has emerged as the best university out of the 111 private universities in Nigeria, according to Prestige Nigeria Education.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abiodun Adebayo disclosed this on Friday during the 17th Convocation Ceremony and Conferment of First and Higher Degrees, and presentation of prizes in Ota, Ogun State.

    A total of 206 students of Covenant University bagged First-Class degrees at the 2021/2022 Convocation. 1,934 students graduated, whose convocation was tagged “release of Eagles for 2022”.

    They comprised 206 first-class honours, representing 12.28 per cent, 744 second-class upper honours, representing 44.36 per cent, 620 second-class lower or 36.97 per cent, 107, representing 6.38 per cent in third class and 257 post-graduate students.

    Fatima Andat, a student in the Department of Accounting, College of Management and Social Sciences, emerged the best graduating student with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 5.0.

    Adebayo said that the institution, on a rescue mission in education, had determined to raise new generation of leaders that would restore the lost glory of the black race.

    “In just two decades of its existence, Covenant University has become a leading world-class university and the best higher education destination for students in Africa.

    “In addition, the Covenant University emerged the best university out of the 111 private universities in Nigeria by the Prestige Nigeria Education.

    “Covenant University leads all Nigerian Universities in Five subjects ranking in 2023 World University Rankings, and these disciples are: Social Sciences (Too 300) and Business and Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, and Physical Science (Too 500),” he said.

    Also speaking, Dr. David Oyedepo, the Chancellor of the Institution, urged the graduands to be productive and take responsibility in order not to end as liabilities.

    Oyedepo said that everyone was absolutely responsible for its outcome in life, as responsibility is the price of greatness.

    “Life begins with a vision, no one arrived at a future he or she does not prepared for.

    “It is time to wake up and take responsibility early because commitment to one’s vision is what is called responsibility,” he said.

    The chancellor implored parents to allow their children to take responsibility so that they would not end as liabilities in life.

    Earlier, the Registrar of the Institution, Dr Regina Tobi-David, said the graduands have been transformed through the principles and core values of the institution to make impact and mark in their immediate society.

    “The institution has raised a new set of Eagles to develop their world and rewrite the history of black race,” she said.

  • Covenant University reacts to Rape, sexual harassment allegations

    Covenant University reacts to Rape, sexual harassment allegations

    The Covenant University has cleared the air on the rape saga and sexual harassment rocking the institution, adding that the allegations that female students of the school are being sexually harassed and raped by workers of the intuition are untrue.

    Recall that some reports in some traditions and online media claimed that people accuse some workers of the institution for  sexually harassing and raping female undergraduates.

    A post from a concerned person concerning the rape matter on social media reads @_Otitoo, called for urgent intervention to prevent a situation that would lead to the death of a student.

    The post read, “CU girls are being raped and nothing is being done about it. Do something now. We don’t want to see your candles after we lose another girl.”

    The screenshot of another message that was also shared on Twitter alleged that workers of the school were raping students who broke rules of the institution, adding that a student who got pregnant for a worker got expelled.

    The message read, “The staff in Covenant University are raping the students. They’ll set stupid rules and if the students should break them, they’ll sleep with them in exchange for their studentship.

    “A girl is in a coma now. She did an abortion for the head of the students’ disciplinary council. He got her pregnant and still expelled her.

    “So many students there are being abused. It’s a Christian University for crying out loud. Covenant University has hidden so many deaths. They’ve expelled so many students for trying to speak up for their rights.”

    However, the Media officer of Covenant University who simply gave her name as Chichi  noted that the social media posts about rape and harassments at the institution is false and the handiwork of mischievous persons.

    Reacting on the matter she said “It’s not true. It is a very false tweet or whatever it was. The person behind it must be mischievous.”

    She further explained that no female student has come out to complain about any form of harrassment  or rape as painted by some persons on social media.

    Covenant University is a private Christian university in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria. It is affiliated with Living Faith Church Worldwide and is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, Association of African Universities, and National Universities Commission.

     

     

  • Meet Abisola Osoko CU graduate who bagged PhD at 27

    Meet Abisola Osoko CU graduate who bagged PhD at 27

    An alumnus of Covenant University (CU, Osoko Abisola Olutola has emerged as the best graduating Ph.D. candidate in her department.

    The academic genius bagged her doctorate degree in marketing at the age of 27 with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 4.83.

    Announcing her achievement in a LinkedIn post, Abisola said: “Last week Friday, I was awarded a PhD degree in marketing with specialization in brand equity, customer loyalty, and customer relationship management.

    “I emerged the best Phd student in Marketing with a CGPA of 4.83.

    “I’m thankful to God for grace and strength.

    “I sincerely appreciate every individual who was instrumental to my success, my supervisors, senior colleagues, the sector considered in my research. I am grateful for the privilege to have experienced the academic rigor as well.

    “I look forward to contributing my quota to marketing (brand equity, customer loyalty, and customer relationship management) in Africa and across the globe.”

    Abisola’s achievement comes at about the same time when Adesina Joy Oyinlola, a niece to Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), graduated with 10 distinctions from the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU).

  • Why Nigerian youths must be humble – Oyedepo

    Why Nigerian youths must be humble – Oyedepo

    The Chancellor of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun, Dr David Oyedepo, on Sunday emphasised the need for the youths to be humble in order to fulfill their various destinies in life.

    Oyedepo gave the advice in Ota, Ogun on the sidelines of the 19th Founder Day Celebration of the institution.

    He urged the youths not to allow arrogance of this era to rob their destinies.

    “Pride goes before a destruction, I urge them to humble themselves before man and God so that they could be exalted, “he said.

    The chancellor said youths or student who made first class in universities were robbed of their destinies because of pride.

    Oyedepo said that the ability of the youths to humble themselves would prepare them for greater future.