Welcome to this post on 10 universities owned by religious institutions in Nigeria in 2024. In Nigeria, there is a collaboration between the education sector and the religious community.
This can be seen in the formation of educational facilities by major religious institutions in the country, i.e. Islam & Christianity. These 10 universities owned by religious institutions in Nigeria in 2024 have contributed immensely to the evolving educational landscape of the country.
These 10 universities owned by religious institutions in Nigeria in 2024 are rooted in the faith of the founding religious body. They prioritize educational excellence alongside nurturing the students’ spiritual growth.
These institutions also ensure they instill ethical values to their students hence promoting societal development. Each of these institutions bring a different approach in addressing the education deficit in the country while instilling its students with moral integrity and social responsibility.
These institutions through their collective endeavors provide avenues for professional development and serve as a beacon for inspiration in the Nigerian educational landscape. They include:
1) Covenant University:
The university which was established in 2002 has its foundation in the Living Faith Church Worldwide. The church is located/situated at Ota, Ogun State. The church is under the leadership of Bishop David Oyedepo hence making him the owner of the university.
The university under the ownership of Bishop David Oyedepo has ascended to becoming one of the best university in Nigeria. The university ranks behind the University of Ibadan in the Times ranking of Universities. However, it tops the lists of the leading private institutions in the country and is a big player on the continent among its mates.
The university prioritizes an agenda that transcends beyond the four corners of a classroom hence, providing students with the resources to excel academically, spiritually, and personally. All programs offered in the university are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
2) Babcock University:
The university which is located in the town of Ilishan-Remo, Ogun was established in 1959 by the Seventh-day Adventist Church. The university is known for its unwavering commitment to providing a high standard of education and innovations hence improving societal development.
It also places high emphasis on character development, ethical leadership and learning through an in-depth academic curriculum imbedded in Christian values. Students of this university are empowered to excelacademically while been nurtured with tools to cultivate moral integrity and social responsibility. It also possesses state-of-the-art facilities to ensure the academic and social excellence of their students.
3) Redeemer’s University:
The university is located in Ede, Osun State and was established in 2005 by the Redeemed Christian Church of God under the leadership of Pastor Enoch Adeboye. The university under the leadership of Pastor Enoch Adeboye has grown to being established as one of the best higher institution of learning in the country. It focuses its agenda on these three (3) points:
- Academic Excellence
- Character Development; and
- Spiritual Growth.
These 3 points can be summarized as a commitment to nurturing a person’s mind, body, and spirit. Also, it also emphasizes strongly on practical learning, internship programs, industrial attachments, and fieldwork opportunities.
These provides students with real-world exposure in their chosen field of study. The university has received various awards and accolades both locally and internationally. This serves as a testament to its commitment to academic excellence.
4) Bowen University:
The university which is located at Iwo, Osun State was established by the Nigerian Baptist Convention in 2001.
It has established itself as one of the leading private institutions in the country through its commitment to academic excellence and community service. It places a strong dedication to the traditions of the Baptist Church amongst which includes:
- Character Development
- Ethical leadership; and
- Service to humanity.
The university in a bid to promote personalized learning encourages the use of small class sizes. This will aid in fostering a learning environment which will enable students thrive academically, socially and spiritually. It also focuses its mission on the 3Es which are: to Educate, Enlighten and Empower.
5) Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU):Â
It is located in Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State and was established by the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in 2006. The university ethnics is deeply rooted in the Christian faith, hence the university prides itself in producing graduates who are intellectually sound but also morally upright and spiritually grounded.
The location of the university campus is also in a serene and tranquil environment hence providing students with an ideal environment for learning and personal development. The university also comes with state-of-the-art facilities which provides students with a solid foundation in their chosen field of study.
6) Adeleke University:
It was established in 2011 by the Adeleke family and is situated at Ede, Osun state. The university surprisingly is on this list even though it wasn’t established by it’s a religious institution but due to the level of importance the school attaches to spiritual development earns it a spot among the 10 universities owned by religious institutions in Nigeria.
The university is named after its founder, the late Senator Isiaka Adeleke, a Nigerian politician and philanthropist. Spiritual development is among the main strengths of this university as it provides students with numerous opportunities to grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God.
The institution organizes weekly chapel services, prayer meetings, Bible studies and Christian fellowship groups in a bid to ensure students engage with their faith community on campus.
The management of the university also plays a crucial role in providing spiritual guidance to students hence ensuring that they are supported spiritually throughout their academic journey in the institutions.
7) Bells University of Technology:
The university is located in Ota, Ogun state and was established by the First Baptist Church in 2004. It is dedicated to academic excellence and it achieves it by providing world-class education to its students.
It has also since its inception being at the fore-front of research and innovative teaching methods. This makes it a beacon of progress and innovation in the educational landscape of Nigeria.
The university campus setting which is located in a serene environment, spans across several acres of lush greenery and up-to-date infrastructure provides an ideal environment for learning and personal development of its students.
The university also has a chaplaincy which specializes in providing spiritual guidance and counselling to students hence empowering them throughout their academic journey.
8) Al-Qalam University:
The university is located at Katsina, Katsina state and is the only Muslim university on this list. The university was founded in 2005 by Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto.
It is dedicated to providing academic excellence while integrating Islamic values into the lives of its students. It is located at a serene location in Katsina hence providing an ideal and tranquil environment that fosters academic excellence and critical thinking.
The university also focuses on the credibility of its teaching staff hence most of its lecturers are experts in their respective fields who are committed to excellence in teaching and research. Daily prayers, Quranic recitations and Islamic lectures are some of the ways in which the university aims to aid students in engaging with their faith while on campus.
9) Madonna University:
The university which is located in Elele, Rivers State was founded in 1999 by Reverend Father E.MP. Edeh. The vision of the school is to provide world-class education which prepares students to excel intellectually, morally and professionally.
This has been reflects exceptionally as the university since its inception has been at the forefront of promoting ethical values and social responsibility.
The school, guided by its founding principles, to providing holistic education to students continues to empower students to become leaders, scholars and change-makers in their communities and beyond.
10) Gregory University:
The university is located in Uturu, Abia state by the Gregory University Foundation in 2012. It derives its name from its founder, Professor Gregory Ibe, a renowned Nigerian entrepreneur, philanthropist and academician.
The university possesses modern and state-of-the-art building which provides students with an environment that fosters academic excellence and encourages critical thinking. It also features other extra-curricular activities which encourages students to thrive academically, socially and culturally.
It also has its roots in the Roman Catholic Church hence it promotes its faith and also encourages students to deepen their faith in Christianity at large. The university possesses a chaplaincy which aids in providing spiritual guidance to students hence ensuring they feel supported and nurtured throughout their academic journey on the school premises.
Conclusion on the 10 Universities owned by Religious institutions in Nigeria in 2024
It is important to note that the establishment of these 10 universities owned by religious institution in Nigeria shows the massive influence of the faith on Nigeria’s educational landscape.
These institutions, guided by the religious beliefs of their founders, play a vital role in shaping the intellectual and spiritual development of their students. They offer a blend of academic rigor and spiritual enrichment to ensure they gain the values needed to thrive a diverse and rapid changing world.
They also ensure the provision of a serene environment to aid learning hence empowering students to become ethical leaders of positive change in their communities in their communities and beyond. Thanks for reading and I hope to see you again on Afrokonnect.ng.
