University of Ibadan (UI)

Founded 1948 (as University College, Ibadan, affiliated with the University of London); gained full independent university status 1962. Nigeria flagship and oldest university, located in Ibadan (Oyo State). Founded 1948 as University College, Ibadan in affiliation with the University of London — the first university in Nigeria. Gained full independent university status in 1962, two years after Nigerian independence. Thirteen faculties spanning arts, science, medicine (College of Medicine — Nigeria oldest medical school), agriculture, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, education, law, social sciences, technology, public health, and the renowned Institute of African Studies. Consistently ranked among the top universities in Africa and Nigeria most selective public institution. Famous alumni include Wole Soyinka (Nobel laureate in literature) and Chinua Achebe.

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