University of Lagos (UNILAG)

Established over six decades ago, the University of Lagos has been a beacon of qualitative and research-oriented education for thousands of knowledge seekers who come to its domain from Nigeria and Abroad. UNILAG’s vibrant community sprouts fro road. UNILAG’s vibrant community sprouts from a fountain of distinction, which produces top-tier graduates and academia whose impactful contributions continue to shape Nigeria’s growth and development. To be a top class institution for the pursuit of excellence in knowledge , character and service to humanity. Founded in 1962, the University of Lagos has provided qualitative and research-oriented education to thousands of knowledge seekers who have come to its domain from Nigeria and other parts of the world. At inception, the University of Lagos was mandated to produce a professional workforce that would steer the economic, political and social development of newly independent Nigeria. The University of Lagos was founded in 1962, UNILAG is one of the first generation universities in Nigeria The Advisory Commission of the UNESCO presented a report calling for the establishment of the University in September 1960. the University of Lagos was established on 22nd October 1962 on the authority of the University of Lagos Act of 1962. After initial establishment three phases of building construction between 1962 and 1970, the university reached roughly its current size. The university presently has three campuses in the mainland of Lagos. Whereas two of its campuses are located at Yaba (the main campus in Akoka and the recently created campus at the former school of radiography), it's college of medicine is located at Idi-Araba, Surulere. Its main campus is largely surrounded by the Lagos lagoon and has 802 acres of land. To provide a conducive environment for teaching, learning, research and development, where staff and students will interact and compete effectively with their counterparts globally. The University of Lagos also known as UNILAG is now made up of nine faculties including Law, Education, Arts, Business Administration, Engineering, Environmental Science, Science, Social Science, and Pharmacy as well as a School of Medicine. Established over six decades ago, the University of Lagos has been a beacon of qualitative and research-oriented education for thousands of knowledge seekers who come to its domain from Nigeria and Abroad. UNILAG’s vibrant community sprouts from a fountain of distinction, which produces top-tier graduates and academia whose impactful contributions continue to shape Nigeria’s growth and development. The University of Lagos was established in 1962 by an Act of the Federal Parliament, University of Lagos Act No. 11 of 1962. Its establishment was an immediate response to the national need of a competent, professional workforce that would drive the social, economic, and political development of the country. On October 22, 1962, the University took off with a modest intake of 131 students; and since then, has produced tens of thousands of graduates who have gone ahead to make their marks in various areas of human endeavour. Professor Eni Njoku, First Vice Chancellor 1962 – 1965 The Act which established the University of Lagos initially provided for an eleven-member Provisional Council for the University, a Senate to preside over academic affairs, and a separate Council for the Medical School located at the University Teaching Hospital at Idi-Araba, a few kilometres away from the main (Akoka) campus. That was rather unique, because, by the authority of the Act, the University consisted of two separate institutions — the Main University and an autonomous Medical School. 
This initial arrangement was reviewed in 1967 with the promulgation of the University of Lagos Decree 1967 (Decree No. 3 of 1967). The new establishment law created a more integrated institution by establishing a single Council for the whole university. The Medical School ceased to exist as a separate institution and it became an integral part of the University of Lagos subject to the full authority of Senate. 
However, in order to allow for some measure of autonomy, necessary for the smooth discharge of its responsibilities, the University adopted the collegiate system for the Medical School. It thus became the College of Medicine of the University of Lagos, composed of different faculties. The University began with three faculties: Commerce and Business Administration, Law, and Medicine. At its first meeting, the Board of the Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration changed the name to the Faculty of Business and Social Studies. The faculties of Arts, Education, Engineering and Science were added in 1964. Today, the university has a total of twelve (12) Faculties, including those of the College of Medicine. They are: Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dental Sciences, Education, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Law, Management Sciences, Pharmacy, Science, and Social Sciences. In addition to these are the Distance Learning Institute (DLI), Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), and a number of specialised centres which also offer degree programmes, all accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). This is in continuation of the mandate to produce high-quality manpower for the country. The Visitor’s (General Gowon) Signature and Remarks, 1974 The University of Lagos operates from three campuses: Akoka, which is the Main Campus; Yaba, where the School of Radiography is located; and Idi-Araba, where the College of Medicine operates from. Since 1962, thirteen (13) Vice-Chancellors have led this great citadel of learning. The current and thirteenth Vice-Chancellor is Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS, the first female Vice-Chancellor in the illustrious history of the “University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride”. She is being assisted by a Management Team of accomplished professionals who work to ensure that the university continues to deliver ...view more