If you’re looking for the cheapest university in Nigeria, especially as a student trying to avoid expensive school fees, then Federal Universities are your best bet.

✅ Top Cheapest Universities in Nigeria (2025)

Here are some of the most affordable universities with low tuition fees:

1. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria
   • Tuition: ₦30,000 – ₦45,000
   • ABU is one of the cheapest federal universities in Nigeria and still maintains strong academic standards.
2. University of Ibadan (UI)
   • Tuition: ₦35,000 – ₦60,000
   • UI is Nigeria’s oldest university and offers low fees for most undergraduate programs.
3. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
   • Tuition: ₦30,000 – ₦50,000
   • Affordable fees, especially for indigenes, and still one of the popular choices in Southern Nigeria.
4. Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
   • Tuition: ₦30,000 – ₦60,000
   • Known for science and agriculture-related programs with budget-friendly fees.
5. Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK)
   • Tuition: ₦40,000 – ₦70,000
   • Fees vary by course, but still very affordable compared to private institutions.

🧾 Extra Tip:

Most State Universities and Private Universities are far more expensive. Private schools like Babcock or Covenant can charge ₦500,000–₦2 million per year. If you want low-cost education, stick to Federal Government-owned schools.