Last Updated on July 3, 2026 by Olasunkanmi Olajide
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has recorded another significant milestone in global academic rankings, securing the 9th position among the 17 Federal Universities from Nigeria that featured in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.
This was disclosed in a Press Statement by the Ag. Head, Directorate of Public Relations, Mr. Olasunkanmi Olajide, who noted that the latest ranking further affirms the University’s sustained commitment to excellence in Teaching, Research and Extension Services.
According to the statement, out of more than 300 universities in Nigeria, only 24 institutions, comprising Federal, State, and Private Universities were ranked in the prestigious global assessment, with FUNAAB maintaining its place among the nation’s leading higher education institutions.
The statement added that the University’s impressive performance reflects the collective efforts of its Management, staff, students, alumni, and stakeholders in advancing academic excellence and impactful research with global relevance.
Reacting to the outstanding performance of Nigerian universities through his official X handle, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, described the results as a clear indication that the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Education Reforms were producing measurable outcomes.
The Minister stated that the 2026 rankings represent Nigeria’s strongest performance yet, with 24 universities attaining global recognition, an increase from the 21 institutions featured in previous editions. He also noted that Nigeria is now the most represented country in Sub-Saharan Africa in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
Commending the University Community on the achievement, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babatunde Kehinde, congratulated staff, students, alumni, and other stakeholders for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to sustaining FUNAAB’s culture of excellence. He reaffirmed the University’s resolve to continue strengthening its core mandates of Teaching, Research, Extension Services, while pursuing greater global visibility and impact.
