List of Universities in Edo State (2025)

Edo State, located in the South-South region of Nigeria, is one of the leading states in education. The state is home to some of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Nigeria, alongside newly established institutions that continue to expand access to higher learning.

According to the National Universities Commission (NUC), Edo State currently hosts a mix of federal, state, and private universities spread across different parts of the state. Below is a detailed list:

Federal University in Edo State

1. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
   
   • Established in 1970, UNIBEN is one of Nigeria’s first-generation universities.
     
   • It is located in Benin City and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
     
   • Renowned for its strong faculties in law, medicine, engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and the arts.
     

State Universities in Edo State

1. Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma
   
   • Founded in 1981 and named after Professor Ambrose Folorunsho Alli, a former governor of Bendel State.
     
   • Offers courses across sciences, social sciences, law, education, medicine, engineering, and management.
     
   • One of the most popular state-owned universities in Nigeria.
     
2. Edo State University Uzairue
   
   • Established in 2016 by the Edo State Government.
     
   • Focused on providing world-class teaching, learning, and research facilities.
     
   • Known for its digital learning systems and modern facilities.
     

Private Universities in Edo State

Edo State is also home to several fast-growing private universities. These institutions provide flexible and modern alternatives to government-owned universities.

1. Benson Idahosa University (BIU), Benin City
   
   • A faith-based university founded in 2002.
     
   • Offers programmes in law, sciences, social sciences, education, and management.
     
2. Igbinedion University, Okada
   
   • Nigeria’s first licensed private university (1999).
     
   • Offers a wide variety of courses including law, medicine, engineering, pharmacy, arts, and social sciences.
     
3. Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa
   
   • Established by The Apostolic Church, LAWNA Territory.
     
   • Offers accredited courses in sciences, humanities, and management.
     
4. Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa
   
   • A Christian university with emphasis on moral and academic excellence.
     
   • Offers programmes in computing, management, natural sciences, and arts.
     
5. Mudiame University, Irrua
   
   • One of the newest universities in Edo State, licensed by the NUC in 2021.
     
   • Focused on science, technology, and innovation-driven programmes.
     
6. Lighthouse University, Evbuobanosa
   
   • Newly approved private university.
     
   • Offers modern programmes across social sciences, sciences, and technology-related fields.
     
7. Tonine Iredia University of Communication, Benin City
   
   • A specialized university focused on communication, journalism, and media studies.
     
   • Designed to nurture professionals in mass communication and related fields.