{
  "id": 1541171,
  "title": "FULL LIST: Council names 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/full-list-council-names-122-universities-approved-to-offer-law-in-1541171",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-17T19:12:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/full-list-council-names-122-universities-approved-to-offer-law-in-nigeria/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Council of Legal Education has published a comprehensive list of 122 universities authorized to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws programme in Nigeria, effective August 2026. These institutions are accredited by the Council and adhere to the regulations governing legal education in the country. Admissions to unaccredited Law programmes would disqualify students from enrolling at the Nigerian Law School.\n\nThe notice, dated August 14, 2026, emphasizes that only Council-accredited universities can admit students into the LL.B programme. Non-accredited institutions risk sanctions from the Council. The list includes universities from various states, some of which are currently on moratorium for admission. These include Baze University in Abuja, Lead City University in Ibadan, and the Nigeria Police Academy in Wudil.\n\nThe moratorium periods vary, with some institutions facing restrictions for three to five years. The Council's list serves as a guide for prospective students and will be updated as needed during its role in regulating legal education in Nigeria.",
  "summary": "See the full list of 122 universities approved by the Council of Legal Education to offer Law in Nigeria as of August 2026. Avoid unaccredited institutions Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-council-names-122-universities-approved-to-offer-law-in-nigeria/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "FULL LIST: Council names 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/full-list-council-names-122-universities-approved-to-offer-law-in",
        "published": "2026-08-17T19:12:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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