Full List of Nigerian Churches that Own Universities
- Nigerian churches are increasingly shaping the landscape of higher education through the establishment of faith-based universities across the country
- From Anglican to Pentecostal ministries, over 40 religious institutions now operate accredited universities in Nigeria
- These church-owned universities blend academic excellence with spiritual values, offering students a unique educational experience rooted in faith
A comprehensive list of universities established by churches and religious ministries in Nigeria has been released, showcasing the significant role faith-based organisations continue to play in the country’s higher education sector.
The list, arranged alphabetically, includes institutions founded by various denominations such as the Catholic Church, Anglican Communion, Baptist Convention, Pentecostal ministries, and other Christian organisations.
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These universities span across different regions of Nigeria and reflect the growing trend of religious bodies investing in academic development.
Education analysts have noted that the involvement of churches in tertiary education has helped expand access to quality learning environments, often with a focus on moral and spiritual values. A spokesperson commented, “Faith-based universities have become a cornerstone of private education in Nigeria, offering alternatives to public institutions and promoting discipline and excellence.”
Below is the full list of Nigerian churches and the universities they own:
Ajayi Crowther University
Anglican Communion of Nigeria
Anchor University
Deeper Life Bible Church
Babcock University
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Bingham University
Evangelical Churches Winning All (ECWA)
Benson Idahosa University
Church of God Mission
Bishop Godfrey Okoye University
Catholic Diocese of Enugu
Bowen University
Nigerian Baptist Convention
Caritas University
Rev Fr Ede
Catholic University of Nigeria (Veritas)
Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria
Covenant University
World Mission Agency (WMA) of the Living Faith Church
Dominion University, Ibadan
Victory International Church (Rehoboth Cathedral)
Gregory University, Uturu
Catholic Church
Crawford University
Apostolic Faith Mission
Joseph Ayo Babalola University
Christ Apostolic Church
Kings University
Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo
Landmark University
World Mission Agency (WMA) of the Living Faith Church
Madonna University
Rev Fr Ede
McPherson University
Foursquare Gospel Church
Mountain Top University
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries
Obong University
Church of Christ Nigeria
Pan African University
Opus Dei
Redeemers University of Nations
Redeemed Christian Church of God
Rhema University
Living Word Ministries
Salem University
Foundation Faith Church
Samuel Adegboyega University
The Apostolic Church
St Paul's University College
Anglican Convention (Eastern Nigeria)
Tansian University
Rev Msgr John Bosco Akam
Trinity University
Babawande Majekodunmi
Evangel University
Assemblies of God, Nigeria
Kings University (Land of Dreams)
Kingsway International Christian Centre
Precious Cornerstone University
Sword of the Spirit Ministries
Hezekiah University
Living Christ Mission
St Augustine University
Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos
Clifford University, Owerrinta
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Dominican University, Ibadan
Order of Preachers, Nigerian Dominican Community (Catholic)
Spiritan University, Nneochi
The Congregation of the Holy Spirit (Spiritans), Province of Nigeria South East (Catholic)
University of Mkar
Church of Christ in Sudan among the Tivs (NKST)
Wesley University of Science and Technology
Methodist Church Nigeria
Covenant University school fees
Legit.ng earlier reported that Covenant University (CU) is a Nigerian private university in Ota, Ogun State.
The institution was founded by David Oyedepo and opened its doors on 21 October 2002. At one point, the institution became the first Nigerian university to be ranked in the 401-500 category of world universities by Times Higher Education.
Discover the Covenant University school fees structured in 2025/2026.
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