✅ Council of Legal Education Releases Approved Universities for LL.B in Nigeria (Full List)
The Council of Legal Education has officially released the list of universities approved to run the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in Nigeria.
This update is very important for students, parents, and school advisers planning to study Law.
📌 What This Means for Students
The Council made three critical points:
- ✅ Only approved universities can offer Law (LL.B) in Nigeria
- ❌ Any university running Law without approval is violating regulations
- ⚠️ Students from unapproved schools cannot attend the Nigerian Law School
👉 This means:
If you study Law in a non-accredited university, you cannot become a lawyer in Nigeria.
⚖️ Why This Matters
Legal education in Nigeria is strictly regulated. After obtaining your LL.B degree, you must attend the Nigerian Law School before becoming a certified lawyer.
Without Council approval:
- Your degree becomes invalid for legal practice
- You waste years of study and money
🏫 Top Approved Universities for Law in Nigeria
Here are some of the most popular Council-approved universities offering Law:
🎓 Federal & Top Public Universities
- University of Ibadan
- University of Lagos
- Ahmadu Bello University
- University of Nigeria
- Obafemi Awolowo University
- University of Ilorin
🏫 Strong State Universities
- Lagos State University
- Delta State University
- Ekiti State University
- Rivers State University
🏢 Notable Private Universities
- Afe Babalola University
- Babcock University
- Bowen University
- Igbinedion University
- Redeemer’s University
⚠️ Universities with Admission Restrictions
Some universities are temporarily restricted (moratorium):
- 🚫 Baze University — No Law admission till 2025/2026
- 🚫 Lead City University — Suspended till 2027/2028
- 🚫 Nigeria Police Academy — Suspended till 2025/2026
👉 Always confirm current status before applying.
📚 Full List Coverage
The approved universities span across all regions:
- A–Z coverage (Abia → Yobe)
- Federal, State, and Private institutions
- Over 100 accredited universities
This ensures students have wide options nationwide.
📝 Final Advice for Students
Before choosing Law:
✔️ Confirm the school is on the approved list
✔️ Check if there is any moratorium or restriction
✔️ Verify through official sources (JAMB or school portal)
📢 Final Note from the Council
The Council of Legal Education will continue updating the list as part of its mandate.
👉 So always check for the latest version before applying.
