Study Law in Nigeria 🇳🇬

Nigeria offers 26 Law programs across 18 universities.

26 Programs

18 Universities

Why Nigeria for Law?

Living Cost

$3,500/yr

Full guide to studying in Nigeria →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (17) PhD (9)

Top Universities for Law in Nigeria

University of Lagos

Lagos · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Law · Bachelor

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Nsukka · National rank #1 · QS #701

Law · Bachelor

University of Ibadan

Ibadan · National rank #1 · QS #1001

Law · Bachelor

Ahmadu Bello University

Zaria · National rank #2 · QS #1201

Law · Bachelor

Bayero University Kano

Kano · National rank #3

Bachelor of Law (LLB) · Bachelor

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Awka · National rank #4

Law · PhD Public Administration · PhD PhD in Law · PhD

Federal University, Oye-Ekiti

Oye-Ekiti · National rank #4

Law · Bachelor

Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife · National rank #5 · QS #1201

Law · Bachelor PhD Law · PhD

University of Port Harcourt

Port Harcourt · National rank #5

Law · Bachelor PhD Law · PhD

University of Benin

Benin City · National rank #6

Law · PhD

University of Ilorin

Ilorin · National rank #8

Law · Bachelor PhD in Law · PhD PhD Law · PhD

Ekiti State University

Ado-Ekiti · National rank #13

Law · Bachelor

Kwara State University

Malete · National rank #14

Common Law · Bachelor Common & Islamic Law · Bachelor

Osun State University

Osogbo · National rank #15

Law · Bachelor

Rivers State University

Port Harcourt · National rank #20

Law · Bachelor PhD in Law · PhD

Ambrose Alli University

Ekpoma · National rank #25

Law · Bachelor

Enugu State University of Science and Technology

Enugu · National rank #35

Law · Bachelor

Federal University, Lafia

Lafia · National rank #44

Law · Bachelor

All Programs

Law

Rivers State University

Law

Federal University, Lafia

Law

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Public Administration

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

PhD in Law

Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Law

Federal University, Oye-Ekiti

Law

Ahmadu Bello University

Law

University of Lagos

Law

University of Nigeria, Nsukka

Law

University of Ibadan

Law

University of Benin

Law

Obafemi Awolowo University

PhD Law

Obafemi Awolowo University

PhD in Law

Rivers State University

Law

University of Ilorin

PhD in Law

University of Ilorin

Law

Enugu State University of Science and Technology

PhD Law

University of Ilorin

Law

Osun State University

Law

University of Port Harcourt

PhD Law

University of Port Harcourt

Law

Ambrose Alli University

Bachelor of Law (LLB)

Bayero University Kano

Common Law

Kwara State University

Common & Islamic Law

Kwara State University

Law

Ekiti State University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Law in Nigeria?

Tuition for Law programs in Nigeria varies by university. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $4k.

What are the English language requirements for Law in Nigeria?

English-taught Law programs in Nigeria typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Law programs are in Nigeria?

Abroadly lists 26 Law programs at 18 universities across Nigeria. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Is Nigeria a good country for Law students?

Nigeria is a strong choice for Law with 18 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English.

What degree levels are available for Law in Nigeria?

In Nigeria, Law programs are offered at: Bachelor (17 programs), PhD (9 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.