Institutions in Lagos, Nigeria — Universities, Polytechnics, Hospitals & More (2026)
Complete directory of all 32 accredited institutions in Lagos — 17 universities, 8 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.
32Total
17Universities
8Polytechnics
1Colleges of Education
1Teaching Hospitals
1Specialist Hospitals
1Colleges of Health Technology
2Nursing Schools
1Medical Laboratory Schools
Lagos has 32 accredited institutions as of 2026.
There are 17 universities in Lagos (2 federal, 3 state, 12 private).
Teaching hospital: Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
See the Lagos overview, LGAs or history.
| Category | Federal | State | Private | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🎓 Universities | 2 | 3 | 12 | 17 |
| 🏛️ Polytechnics | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8 |
| 📚 Colleges of Education | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| 🏥 Teaching Hospitals | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| 🩺 Specialist Hospitals | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| 🔬 Colleges of Health Technology | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| 💉 Nursing Schools | 1 | 1 | — | 2 |
| 🧪 Medical Laboratory Schools | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| TOTAL | 6 | 8 | 18 | 32 |
Courses at Universities in Lagos:
Universities in Lagos offer Medicine & Surgery, Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Architecture, Information Technology and more — subject to NUC accreditation.
Visit National Open University of Nigeria for the full accredited programme list.
Accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Federal universities: National Open University of Nigeria, University of Lagos. 12 private universities also operate in Lagos.
#1
National Open University of Nigeria
NOUN
Victoria Island, Lagos
Established 1983
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is West Africa's first dedicated open and distance learning (ODL) university, originally established in 1983 and resuscitated in 2002 by President Olusegun Obasanjo. NOUN is a federal university with its headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, and operates over 100 study centres across all 36 states and the FCT, including a major study centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. NOUN is designed to provide flexible, accessible and affordable tertiary education to Nigerians who cannot attend conventional full-time residential universities — including working adults, women, persons with disabilities, and those in remote areas. The university offers over 50 accredited programmes across eight faculties and provides course materials through print, e-learning, and broadcast media.
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#2
University of Lagos
UNILAG
Yaba, Lagos
Established 1962
The University of Lagos (UNILAG), popularly called "the university of first choice and the nation's pride," is a federal research university founded in 1962 by the Federal Government of Nigeria. Located in Akoka, Yaba, Lagos State, UNILAG spreads across 802 acres adjacent to the Lagos Lagoon. It is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Nigeria and consistently ranks among the top three universities in the country. UNILAG offers world-class undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning education through 13 faculties. Its College of Medicine is affiliated with Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), one of Nigeria's premier tertiary health institutions. The university enrolls over 57,000 students and admits approximately 8,500 undergraduates annually. UNILAG was ranked jointly first in Nigeria in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 (801-1000 global band) and is one of only three Nigerian universities in the QS World Rankings 2026 (1001-1200 band).
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#3
Anchor University
AUL-2
Ayobo, Lagos
Established 2016
Anchor University is a private Christian university established in 2016 by the Deeper Christian Life Ministry — one of Nigeria's largest Pentecostal churches founded by Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi. Located in Ayobo, Lagos State, Anchor University operates seven faculties offering programmes in sciences, law, education, medicine, social sciences, humanities and environmental sciences. The university is known for its disciplined Christian campus environment, strong medicine and science programmes, and competitive fees relative to programme quality. The campus features a segmented library with a dedicated mobile app for student access.
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#4
Augustine University
AUL
Ilara-Epe, Lagos
Established 2015
Augustine University is a private Catholic university located in Ilara-Epe, Lagos State, established in 2015 by the Catholic Diocese of Lagos. The university is named after Saint Augustine of Hippo, the 4th-century bishop and theologian. Augustine University offers undergraduate programmes in sciences, nursing, accounting and computing, combining rigorous academic formation with Catholic intellectual tradition and spiritual development. Located in Epe, a coastal area east of Lagos, the campus provides a serene environment for study.
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#5
Caleb University
CALEB
Imota, Lagos
Established 2007
Caleb University is a private Christian university located in Imota, Lagos State, established in 2007 by the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria. The university offers over 40 NUC-accredited undergraduate programmes across six colleges including law, architecture, sciences, social sciences and management. Caleb University is known for its affordable fees, spacious campus environment and broad programme offering. The university held its maiden architecture seminar in 2023 and has earned recognition for its postgraduate programmes and ethics-focused legal education. It matriculated 2,140 students in 2022.
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#6
CETEP City University
CETEP
Yaba, Lagos
Established 2005
CETEP City University is one of Lagos State's earliest private universities, established in 2005 and located in the Yaba area of Lagos. The university is licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and offers programmes in management sciences, social sciences and technology. Located in Yaba — Lagos's technology and education district — the university is positioned within one of Nigeria's most academically concentrated neighbourhoods, in close proximity to institutions including UNILAG, Yaba College of Technology and the Lagos State Polytechnic.
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#7
Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences
EkoUNIMED
Ijanikin, Lagos
Established 2017
Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences (EkoUNIMED) is West Africa's pioneer private medical university, established in 2017 and located in Ijanikin, Lagos State. EkoUNIMED is exclusively focused on health sciences education, offering MBBS as its flagship programme alongside B.Sc degrees in allied health science disciplines. The university achieved full accreditation from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) in 2024, a critical milestone for its medical programme. EkoUNIMED has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Lagos State Government for clinical training facilities. Students of EkoUNIMED were selected as Millennium Fellows in 2025 and the university has won several national medical quizzes.
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#8
Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management
IBUAM
Lagos, Lagos
Established 2025
Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM) is Nigeria's newest and first dedicated aviation university, approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in 2025 (NUC serial number 158). Located in Lagos State, IBUAM is named after Dr. Isaac Balami, a prominent Nigerian aviation administrator and former Director-General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA). The university is purpose-built to address Nigeria's growing need for trained aviation and aeronautics professionals as the country's aviation sector expands. As a 2025 startup, IBUAM is still in its early operational phase with limited enrolment.
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#9
James Hope University
JHU
Lekki, Lagos
Established 2021
James Hope University is a private university established in 2021 in Lekki, Lagos State, founded by the Jim Ovia Foundation — a philanthropic organisation established by Jim Ovia, founder of Zenith Bank and one of Nigeria's most successful bankers and entrepreneurs. The university was initially conceived as a postgraduate-focused institution and is expanding to offer comprehensive undergraduate programmes in business, finance and management with a strong emphasis on global standards, international partnerships and practical relevance. The Vice-Chancellor is Prof. Austin Nosike.
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#10
Maranatha University
MU
Lekki, Lagos
Established 2021
Maranatha University is a private university established in 2021 and located in Lekki, Lagos State. It is among the newer licensed private universities in Nigeria (NUC serial number 81) and focuses on business administration, social sciences and management education. Located in Lekki — one of Lagos's fastest-growing and most affluent districts — the university is positioned to serve the large and growing population of professionals, entrepreneurs and families in the Lekki-Ajah corridor. The Vice-Chancellor is Prof. Rufus Akinyele.
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#11
Nigerian University of Technology and Management
NUTM
Apapa, Lagos
Established 2023
The Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM) is a private non-profit university established in 2023 in Apapa, Lagos State. NUTM employs cohort-based learning models focused on innovation, technology and management sciences, designed to produce graduates who are entrepreneurial, technically skilled and ready for the demands of Nigeria's rapidly evolving economy. The university emphasises practical skills and entrepreneurship through innovation hubs and partnerships with Nigerian industry. Annual fees are approximately NGN 2,500,000, positioning NUTM as a premium technology-focused institution.
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#12
Pan-Atlantic University
PAU
Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos
Established 2002
Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) is a private non-profit university in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, established in 2002. It evolved from the Lagos Business School (LBS), which was founded in 1991 by Opus Dei, a Catholic organisation, and is widely regarded as the number one business school in Africa. PAU began offering undergraduate programmes in 2014. The university operates two main schools: the Lagos Business School (offering executive MBA and management programmes to top executives) and the School of Media and Communication. PAU's 110-hectare Ibeju-Lekki campus houses the Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (opened 2019), one of Nigeria's largest private art collections. PAU is ranked 54th among Nigerian universities and is associated with a Mastercard Foundation partnership for women's entrepreneurship.
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#13
Trinity University
TU
Yaba, Lagos
Established 2019
Trinity University is a private university established in 2019 and located in Yaba, Lagos State. The university emphasises innovation and contemporary education in Lagos's commercial Yaba district — Nigeria's technology and media hub. Trinity University offers NUC-approved programmes in management sciences, physical sciences, mass communication and information technology, catering to students seeking modern, industry-relevant education in the heart of Lagos.
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#14
Unique Open University
UOU
Ojo, Lagos
Established 2025
Unique Open University (UOU) is a private open and distance learning (ODL) university established in 2025 in Ojo, Lagos State, approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC) as NUC serial number 167. As Lagos State's first private open university (after NOUN's study centre), UOU is designed to provide flexible, affordable tertiary education to working adults, women, and students who cannot attend full-time residential classes. As one of Nigeria's newest universities, Unique Open University is still establishing its operational framework, programme offerings, and enrolment procedures.
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#15
Lagos State University
LASU
Ojo, Lagos
Established 1983
Lagos State University (LASU) is the flagship state university of Lagos State, established in 1983 by Governor Lateef Jakande. From humble beginnings with three faculties, LASU has grown into a comprehensive research university offering programmes across 11 faculties on multiple campuses. The main campus is in Ojo, with additional campuses in Ikeja (clinical sciences) and Epe (engineering and agriculture). LASU is ranked the best state university in Nigeria by the AD Scientific Index 2024 and was ranked Nigeria's second-best university by Times Higher Education in 2021. The university received 79,000 JAMB applications in 2025, the highest of any state university in Nigeria, and operates LASU 95.7 FM radio station. It is accredited by the NUC and affiliated with Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).
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#16
Lagos State University of Education
LASUED
Oto-Ijanikin, Lagos
Established 2022
Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) is a public university established in 2022 by the Lagos State Government through the merger of two long-standing teacher training colleges: Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education (AOCOED) and Michael Otedola College of Primary Education (MOCPED). LASUED is Lagos State's first and only dedicated university of education, addressing Nigeria's critical shortage of professionally trained educators. The university offers 67 programmes across seven colleges at its Oto-Ijanikin (main) and Epe campuses. LASUED inaugurated its Postgraduate Board in 2026, marking a major milestone in its academic development. The university is NUC-accredited and operates LASUED Radio for mass communication training.
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#17
Lagos State University of Science and Technology
LASUSTECH
Ikorodu, Lagos
Established 1977
Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), formerly known as Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH), was established on June 1, 1977, originally as Lagos State College of Science and Technology (LACOSTECH). After decades of operation as a polytechnic, the institution was upgraded to full university status in 2022 by the Lagos State Government, becoming LASUSTECH. The university specialises in technology, engineering, applied sciences, environmental studies and management, retaining the polytechnic's strong emphasis on practical, industry-ready education while expanding to award full degree qualifications. LASUSTECH operates its main campus in Ikorodu with additional campuses in Isolo and Surulere. The university is NUC-accredited and its Vice-Chancellor is Prof. Olumuyiwa O. Odusanya.
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Polytechnics offer OND and HND programmes accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
#1
Yaba College of Technology
YABATECH
Yaba, Lagos
Established 1947
Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) is Nigeria's foremost federal polytechnic, established in 1947. It is a centre of excellence in technical and vocational education.
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#2
Coastal Polytechnic
COASTAL
Badagry, Lagos
Established 2020
Coastal Polytechnic is a relatively new private polytechnic located in Badagry.
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#3
Enville Institute of Management and Technology
ENVILLE
Ikeja/Epe, Lagos
Established 2019
Enville Institute offers quality management and technology programmes.
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#4
Grace Polytechnic
GRACE
Surulere, Lagos
Established 1999
Grace Polytechnic is a private polytechnic in Surulere known for flexible programmes and practical skills development.
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#5
Kalac Christal Polytechnic
KCP
Lekki, Lagos
Established 2014
Kalac Christal Polytechnic is a modern private polytechnic in Lekki focused on technology and management courses.
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#6
Lagos City Polytechnic
LCP
Ikeja, Lagos
Established 1990
Lagos City Polytechnic is one of the pioneer private polytechnics in Nigeria, established in 1990, known for practical and industry-relevant education.
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#7
Ronik Polytechnic
RONIK
Ejigbo, Lagos
Established 2001
Ronik Polytechnic is a private polytechnic located in Ejigbo, Lagos, offering quality technical and entrepreneurial education.
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#8
Lagos State Polytechnic
LASPOTECH
Ikorodu, Lagos
Established 1977
Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH) is a leading state polytechnic established in 1977, providing quality technical education to meet Lagos manpower needs.
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Colleges of Education award the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) — the minimum qualification to teach in Nigerian schools — supervised by NCCE.
Federal teaching hospitals provide tertiary healthcare and clinical training for medical students, funded by the Federal Government.
State specialist hospitals are funded by the Lagos State Government, providing specialist healthcare to residents.
Colleges of Health Technology train community health officers and allied health workers under the Federal Ministry of Health.
Schools of Nursing train Registered Nurses (RN) and Midwives (RM) under the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).
Medical laboratory schools are accredited by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
Frequently Asked Questions — Institutions in Lagos
How many institutions are in Lagos?
There are 32 accredited institutions in Lagos as of 2026, across 8 categories — 17 universities, 8 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.
How many universities are in Lagos?
There are 17 universities in Lagos as of 2026: National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) — Federal; University of Lagos (UNILAG) — Federal; Anchor University (AUL-2) — Private; Augustine University (AUL) — Private; Caleb University (CALEB) — Private; CETEP City University (CETEP) — Private; Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences (EkoUNIMED) — Private; Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM) — Private; James Hope University (JHU) — Private; Maranatha University (MU) — Private; Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM) — Private; Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) — Private; Trinity University (TU) — Private; Unique Open University (UOU) — Private; Lagos State University (LASU) — State; Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) — State; Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) — State. All accredited by NUC. See full university list →
What are the federal universities in Lagos?
The federal universities in Lagos are: National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), University of Lagos (UNILAG). View all universities in Lagos →
What are the private universities in Lagos?
Private universities in Lagos: Anchor University (AUL-2), Augustine University (AUL), Caleb University (CALEB), CETEP City University (CETEP), Eko University of Medicine and Health Sciences (EkoUNIMED), Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management (IBUAM), James Hope University (JHU), Maranatha University (MU), Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM), Pan-Atlantic University (PAU), Trinity University (TU), Unique Open University (UOU). All licensed by NUC.
What is the best university in Lagos?
National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is widely regarded as the best university in Lagos, established in 1983. The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is West Africa's first dedicated open and distance learning (ODL) university, originally established in 1983 and resuscitated in 2002 by President Oluseg...
What courses are offered by universities in Lagos?
Universities in Lagos offer Medicine & Surgery, Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Architecture, Environmental Sciences and Information Technology — subject to NUC accreditation per institution. For example, National Open University of Nigeria offers: B.Sc (Business Administration), B.Sc (Accounting), B.Sc (Economics), B.Sc (Marketing), LL.B (Law), B.Sc (Computer Science) and more.
What are the university fees in Lagos?
Fees vary by institution type. Federal universities charge lower government-subsidised fees. State universities charge fees set by the Lagos State Government. Private universities charge higher fees. Example — National Open University of Nigeria: NOUN school fees are among the most affordable in Nigeria, reflecting the university's mandate to democratise access to higher education. Undergraduate tuition fees range from appr... Always confirm on each university's official portal.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for universities in Lagos?
Cut-off marks for universities in Lagos: NOUN: 130; UNILAG: 200; AUL-2: 160; AUL: 150; CALEB: 160; Check the JAMB official website for current cut-off marks.
What are the teaching hospitals in Lagos?
Lagos has 1 federal teaching hospital(s): Lagos University Teaching Hospital. State specialist hospital(s): Lagos Island General Hospital. View teaching hospitals →
What are the polytechnics in Lagos?
Lagos has 8 polytechnic(s): Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Coastal Polytechnic (COASTAL), Enville Institute of Management and Technology (ENVILLE), Grace Polytechnic (GRACE), Kalac Christal Polytechnic (KCP), Lagos City Polytechnic (LCP), Ronik Polytechnic (RONIK), Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH). They offer OND and HND programmes (NBTE accredited). View all polytechnics →
What is the capital of Lagos?
The capital of Lagos is Ikeja. Most federal institutions in Lagos are located in or near Ikeja. Learn more about Lagos →
About Institutions in Lagos
Lagos is home to 32 accredited educational and health institutions as of 2026. The state's institutional landscape includes 17 degree-awarding universities, 8 polytechnic(s) offering OND and HND qualifications, 1 college(s) of education training teachers, and 1 federal teaching hospital(s).
All institutions are regulated by their respective bodies — universities by the NUC, polytechnics by the NBTE, colleges of education by the NCCE, and health institutions by the Federal Ministry of Health. Each card on this page links to a full detail page with courses, fees, cut-off marks, Post-UTME and admission requirements.
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