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Universities Offering Law in Nigeria (2027)

133 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Law. Click any school to see full UTME and O'level admission requirements.

Schools133
States35
About Law

Law is one of the most prestigious and intellectually demanding programmes offered across Nigerian universities. Students study core legal disciplines including constitutional law, criminal law, contract law, land law, jurisprudence, and international law, building a strong foundation in both theory and legal practice. The programme combines rigorous academic study with practical legal training, preparing graduates for diverse professional roles. Upon completing the Nigerian Law School and being called to bar by the **Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)**, graduates can pursue careers as legal practitioners, corporate counsel, public prosecutors, or judicial officers. Many also thrive in sectors such as academia, politics, and public administration. The legal profession in Nigeria remains highly respected, offering graduates significant influence across public and private sectors.

JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Law
Required subjects (all schools)
Use of EnglishLiterature in EnglishGovernment or HistoryEconomics or CRS

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Abia (6 schools)
Adamawa (3 schools)
Akwa Ibom (2 schools)
Anambra (6 schools)
Bauchi (2 schools)
Bayelsa (4 schools)
Benue (2 schools)
Borno (2 schools)
Cross River (3 schools)
Delta (8 schools)
Ebonyi (1 schools)
Edo (6 schools)
Ekiti (4 schools)
Enugu (6 schools)
FCT (5 schools)
Gombe (1 schools)
Imo (2 schools)
Kano (6 schools)
Katsina (3 schools)
Kebbi (1 schools)
Kogi (4 schools)
Kwara (5 schools)
Lagos (7 schools)
Nasarawa (3 schools)
Niger (4 schools)
Ogun (6 schools)
Ondo (5 schools)
Osun (11 schools)
Oyo (6 schools)
Plateau (2 schools)
Rivers (3 schools)
Sokoto (1 schools)
Taraba (1 schools)
Yobe (1 schools)
Zamfara (1 schools)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many universities offer Law in Nigeria?
As of 2026, 133 approved Nigerian universities and polytechnics offer Law.
What JAMB subjects do I need for Law?
You need: Use of English, Literature in English, Government or History, Economics or CRS.
Which state has the most schools offering Law?
Osun has the most institutions offering Law in Nigeria.