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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
Law · Bachelor
Federal University, Lafia

Lafia · National rank #44

Law · Bachelor

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.