University of Ibadan
Former names | University College Ibadan |
|---|---|
| Motto | "Recte Sapere Fons" (To think straight is the fount of knowledge). |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1948 |
| Chairman | Chief John Odigie Oyegun |
| Chancellor | Saad Abubakar, Sultan of Sokoto |
| Vice-Chancellor | Kayode Adebowale |
| Students | 41,743 |
| Location | , , 7.4433° N, 3.9003° E |
| Campus | Urban, Over 2,550 acres |
| Colours | Indigo-blue and gold |
| Website | www |
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The University of Ibadan (UI) is a public university located in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. Initially founded as the University College Ibadan in 1948, it maintained its affiliation with the University of London. In 1962, it became an independent institution, making it the oldest degree-awarding institution in Nigeria. The University of Ibadan has significantly contributed to Nigeria's political, industrial, economic, and cultural development through its extensive network of graduates.
UI enrolls about 33,000 students. It is internationally recognized and has a number of accomplished alumni.