114 Universities Approved to Run Law Programmes in Nigeria

The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has approved a total of 114 universities across Nigeria to run Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programmes.

The approval covers federal, state, and private universities that have met the standards set by the council for legal education in the country. According to the council, the institutions were accredited after undergoing thorough assessments of their facilities, academic staff strength, and curriculum.

The CLE noted that the move is aimed at strengthening the quality of legal education while ensuring that universities offering law programmes meet the required professional standards.

Authorities also emphasised that only graduates from universities approved by the council are eligible to proceed to the Nigerian Law School for further professional training.

The updated list is expected to guide prospective law students in choosing accredited institutions and help maintain the integrity of legal education in Nigeria.