University of Ibadan tops national rankings in law and medicine
The University of Ibadan has been named the best Nigerian university in both law and medicine by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026. The rankings highlight the university's strong performance in teaching, research, and international outlook. Stanford University and Oxford were recognized as global leaders in law and medicine, respectively. Other Nigerian universities also featured in various ranking bands.
What we know
- The University of Ibadan led Nigerian universities in both law and medicine, ranking in the 301–400 band.
- In law, the University of Nigeria, Nsukka also made the 301–400 band among 425 top global law schools.
- The assessment considered teaching, research, international outlook, and performance in several legal fields.
- In medicine and health, the University of Lagos followed UI in the 401–500 band, while other Nigerian universities appeared in lower bands.
- Stanford University topped the global law ranking, and Oxford led in medicine and health subjects.
