Accredited universities in Nigeria: regulator and exam bodies
National exam bodies and the university regulator in Nigeria, with links to the official sites.
See the official list of accredited universities
Published by National Universities Commission (NUC).
University regulator
Exam bodies
Selected universities
A short reference list, not a full register. Use the official list above to check any other university.
Nigeria exams and universities: common questions
Who regulates universities in Nigeria?
National Universities Commission (NUC) regulates universities in Nigeria, at https://www.nuc.edu.ng/.
Where can I check if a university in Nigeria is accredited?
National Universities Commission (NUC) publishes an official list: https://www.nuc.edu.ng/nigerian-univerisities/
Who runs national exams in Nigeria?
West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria; National Examinations Council (NECO); Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB); National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB).
Source: the official sites linked above. Higher-education regulator and accredited list checked on the official sites, retrieved 2026-10-10. Retrieved 10 Oct 2026. See our methods.