Osun State University (UNIOSUN) has clinched 19th position among 312 universities in the country.

 

This was contained in the July 2026 edition of the globally recognised Webometrics Ranking of World Universities.

 

A statement by UNIOSUN Public Relations Officer (PRO), Ademola Adesoji explained that the latest ranking places UNIOSUN 19th among the 312 universities in Nigeria, third among the country’s 68 state-owned universities, and 137th out of 2,390 universities across Africa.

 

The latest ranking signposts the institution’s remarkable rise as one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing and most competitive public universities, considering its feat in academic researches, manpower development and impact in the global community.

 

It reads, “The ranking highlights the university’s growing academic reputation, enhanced research visibility and expanding digital presence, further reinforcing its position as a leading state-owned institution committed to global standards of teaching, research and innovation.”

 

Describing the latest ranking as another significant advancement in its academic trajectory, reflecting the collective commitment of the Governing Council, management, staff, students, alumni and other stakeholders to institutional excellence, the statement said it was the outcome of investments in research, innovation, digital scholarship, international collaborations and quality teaching.

 

Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Odunayo Clement Adebooye, noted that the ranking is a validation of UNIOSUN strategic vision and unwavering commitment to building a globally competitive institution.

 

He attributed the university’s impressive rise to teamwork, resilience and an institutional culture that prioritises excellence, innovation and purposeful service.

 

“This achievement belongs to every member of the UNIOSUN community. It reflects our shared commitment to excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. We have remained focused on strengthening our research capacity, enhancing our digital visibility and providing quality education that meets global standards.

 

“Being ranked 19th among all universities in Nigeria, third among state universities and 137th in Africa is a clear indication that our collective efforts are yielding tangible results on the global stage. These rankings affirm that UNIOSUN is increasingly being recognised as a research-driven and globally competitive university.

 

“While we celebrate this milestone, we recognise that greater accomplishments lie ahead. Our aspiration is not only to sustain this momentum but also to position UNIOSUN among the leading universities in Nigeria and across Africa,” Adeboye was quoted to have stated.