University of Lagos Ranking 2026 (UNILAG World Rank & Webometrics Data)
Track University of Lagos Webometrics world ranking history from 2018 to 2026. Nigeria’s top-ranked university in July 2024, reaching a global position of 698.
University of Lagos Webometrics Ranking History (2018–2026)
| Edition | Year | Webometrics World Rank | Nigeria Rank | Africa Rank | Impact Rank | Openness Rank | Excellence Rank |
| Jul 2018 | 2018 | ~1350 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2019 | 2019 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2020 | 2020 | ~1450 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2021 | 2021 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2021 | 2021 | ~1320 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2022 | 2022 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2022 | 2022 | ~1280 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2023 | 2023 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2023 | 2023 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2024 | 2024 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2024 | 2024 | 698 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2025 | 2025 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2025 | 2025 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2026 | 2026 | 1215 | 2 | — | 2225 | 1090 | 1583 |
The University of Lagos (UNILAG), established in 1962 and located in the heart of Nigeria’s commercial capital, is one of Africa’s most prominent public research universities. According to the Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities, UNILAG demonstrated a remarkable leap in global standing, achieving a world rank of 698 in July 2024 — briefly placing it as the #1 university in Nigeria ahead of even the University of Ibadan. This milestone reflects a surge in web presence, open access publication activity, and scholarly citation impact across UNILAG’s digital platforms.
In the most recent January 2026 Webometrics edition, UNILAG holds a world rank of 1,215, ranking 2nd nationally in Nigeria. Its sub-indicator scores reveal a balanced academic profile: an Impact Rank of 2,225, Openness Rank of 1,090, and Excellence Rank of 1,583. The Openness score — which reflects the university’s commitment to freely accessible scholarly output — is notably strong, placing UNILAG among the more transparent institutions in West Africa.
Tracking UNILAG’s trajectory from 2018 to 2026 reveals meaningful volatility: the university hovered in the 1,280–1,450 range during the early 2020s before the dramatic improvement seen in July 2024. The January 2026 figure of 1,215 represents a stabilisation following that peak. For prospective students, international faculty, and research partners, this upward long-term trend signals an institution increasingly aligned with global open scholarship standards, offering growing visibility for collaborative research, postgraduate studies, and academic publishing.
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FAQ
- What is the University of Lagos world ranking in 2026?
The University of Lagos ranks 1,215th globally in the January 2026 Webometrics ranking.
- Is UNILAG the best university in Nigeria?
UNILAG ranked #1 in Nigeria in July 2024, but currently holds the #2 position nationally.