History
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) is a federal government research university located in Zaria, Kaduna State. ABU was founded on October 4, 1962, as the University of Northern Nigeria.
Education
The Faculty of Education not only taught education courses but also managed the Advanced Teacher’s Colleges in the northern states. At the Kano campus (now called Abdullahi Bayero College) ABU taught courses in Hausa, Arabic and Islamic studies.
Ahmadu Bello University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #645 Ranking
- 45 Scholarships
Ahmadu Bello University Overview
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Ahmadu Bello University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 78 reviews
- 5 Star 25 Reviews
- 4 Star 37 Reviews
- 3 Star 12 Reviews
- 2 Star 3 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
Nuclear physics
Very demanding and inexperienced for the thesis in theoretical aspect
It was a hard course at first I grew to like it
Lectures teaching aspect Some lecturers just come with a low voice to teach over 300 student in one lecture hall and too much noise making that distracts others
Great Learning Experience
My study experience has been very positive. The program provided useful knowledge and practical skills that helped me better understand the subject. The learning materials were well structured and easy to follow, and the overall environment was supportive and engaging. I also appreciated the opportunity to connect with other students and gain new perspectives. Overall, it has been a valuable learning experience that helped me grow both academically and personally.
Ahmadu Bello University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
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World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| - | - | 1201 |
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QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| - | - | 1201 |
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Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 72 places compared to 2025
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3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| - | 573 | 645 |
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Library services
The Library has a total holding of over 1.2 million volumes of books and 66,000 periodical titles. The University library has always been at the centre of research and scholarship playing a major role in acquiring, processing and lending library materials and responding to patrons inquires.
Campus life
The university operates three main campuses: Samaru and Kongo in Zaria, and School of Basic Studies in Funtua. The Samaru campus houses the administrative offices, sciences, social-sciences, arts and languages, education, environmental design, engineering, medical sciences agricultural sciences and research facilities. The Kongo campus hosts the Faculties of Law and Administration. The Faculty of Administration consists of Accounting, Business Administration, Local Government and Development Studies and Public Administration Departments. Additionally, the university is responsible for a variety of other institutions and programs at other locations.