Best Performing Federal Universities in Nigeria Based on Employability

With over a million graduates entering Nigeria’s job market each year, employers now seek individuals who are not just educated but also equipped with practical, industry-ready skills. 

In response, federal universities are improving ties with top companies, supporting research projects, creating internship opportunities, and adjusting their programs based on employer input. 

The 2025 Nigeria University Rankings used an Industry metric to assess these efforts, looking at employer recognition, income from industry-backed research, and internship placements to see how well schools prepare students for real-world jobs. 

Here are the top-performing federal universities in this category:

1. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife – 36.5

2. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta – 23.5

3. Federal University of Technology, Owerri – 23.5

4. University of Lagos – 21.5

5. University of Ibadan – 20.9

6. University of Port Harcourt – 20.6

7. University of Nigeria, Nsukka – 19.2