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Best Universities in Aba

Ranked lists 8 universities in Aba. The default view shows 8 local listings in ranking order. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike is the first local listing in the default order, with a Google rating of 4.1 from 427 Google reviews.

Compiled from Ranked's database. Method and checks: Eruo Fredoline, founder, Ranked Technologies Ltd. How we rank. Latest listing check .

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Ordered on Google rating, review volume, review recency, profile completeness, review sentiment and the earned verified tick, on weights published and in force since 2026-07-16. Paid placement is not one of them.

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As of October 2026, Ranked lists 8 universities in Aba, Nigeria, ordered using Google review signals and Ranked's published scoring method. Payment does not change the order.

Source: Ranked (ranked.ng) directory database · full statistics · methodology · Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike vs Amadeus University Amizi, side by side

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Published 8 Sept 2026

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  • Ranked #1 by score#1 in the city
    1

    Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike

    76.2/ 100
    4.14.1 out of 5 stars427 reviewsNUC-approved · Federal university

    Umudike Rd, Umudike 440101, Abia, Nigeria

    • Open 24 hours
    From recent reviews

    Strong focus on practical agricultural training, research, and entrepreneurship, plus a thriving tech hub.

    • research activities
    • agricultural training
    • entrepreneurship
    • tech hub
    • steady power supply
    • clean environment
    Why ranked #1? ▾
    • Google rating77
    • Review volume88
    • Review recency88
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment78
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Davidson A. ★★★★★ : Good school no be like Rivers state and their rude university attendants
    • Success N. ★★★★★ : Students are exposed to research activities, laboratory work, and agricultural training which help them gain real-life experience in their various fields of study The school also encourages entrepreneurship and innovation, helping students develop skills that can be useful after graduation
  • 2

    Amadeus University Amizi

    70.8/ 100
    4.84.8 out of 5 stars52 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    9HCM+2GW, Amizi 440112, Abia, Nigeria

    From recent reviews

    Campus tour highlights world-class facilities and state-of-the-art design.

    • nice ambiance
    • world class
    • campus tour
    • state of the art
    • wonderful
    Why ranked #2? ▾
    • Google rating93
    • Review volume57
    • Review recency66
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment64
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Mby U. ★★★★★ : An excellent serene environment convenient for research, teaching and learning. A well-planned school with courteous staff who are ever ready to assist. I enjoyed my time there.
    • Chisom M. ★★★★★ : My last camp experience made me to realize that, God spake to us true our prophet
  • 3

    NIGERIAN BRITISH UNIVERSITY

    68.0/ 100
    4.44.4 out of 5 stars21 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    Uzuaku 452112, Ȯra Abia, Nigeria

    • Hours listed
    From recent reviews

    Off-grid renewable energy and a golf course set it apart.

    • golf course
    • clean environment
    • friendly staff
    • renewable energy
    • new school
    Why ranked #3? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume45
    • Review recency84
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment71
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Leo K. ★★★★★ : The school golf course is amazing. Environment is clean and nature friendly. Workers and students are courteous and friendly. Security architecture is okay. It is like another world in Nigeria.
    • Nkolika ★★★★★ : Iam very comfortable with the standards and arrangement,yes the school is new,with the right staff in place. Doesn’t feel new! 9/10
  • 4

    Clifford University

    66.0/ 100
    4.04.0 out of 5 stars84 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    Aba-Umuahia Old Road, Aba 451108, Abia, Nigeria

    • Hours listed
    From recent reviews

    Serene environment with almost zero crime rate and well-trained students.

    • serene environment
    • low crime
    • well-trained students
    • christian university
    • calm atmosphere
    Why ranked #4? ▾
    • Google rating73
    • Review volume64
    • Review recency62
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment80
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Midwife V. ★★★★★ : Christian University. Very calm atmosphere and beautiful school
    • Victor R. ★★★★★ : A little experience I'll like to with in regards to this period I've been in this CLIFFORD UNIVERSITY (CLU) is that the environment is serene almost zero crime rate the student are well trained with s
  • 5

    Lux Mundi University

    64.3/ 100
    4.44.4 out of 5 stars8 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    13 Gabriel Nwosu St, Ubakala, Umuahia 440236, Abia, Nigeria

    • Hours listed
    Why ranked #5? ▾
    • Google rating86
    • Review volume32
    • Review recency95
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Samson E. ★★★★★ : Has take off campus and proposed permanent site. Takeoff site is small but well placed structure.
  • 6

    Clifford University

    61.3/ 100
    4.64.6 out of 5 stars20 reviews

    Umuika 451101, Abia, Nigeria

    • Hours listed
    From recent reviews

    Focus on producing virtuous leaders

    • citadel of learning
    • virtue
    • leaders
    • wonderful school
    • best university
    Why ranked #6? ▾
    • Google rating90
    • Review volume44
    • Review recency27
    • Profile completeness67
    • Review sentiment64
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

    Recent reviews

    • Chidi S. ★★★★★ : Best university ever at their stage
    • Chiemela W. ★★★★★ : A great citadel of learning, making men and women of virtue who will be outstanding leaders in their chosen endeavours.
  • 7

    Rhema University

    12.2/ 100
    Not availableNot yet rated0 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    Rhema University, Abia, Nigeria

    From recent reviews

    A university in Aba, Abia State , Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #7? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

  • 8

    Obong University

    12.2/ 100
    Not availableNot yet rated0 reviewsNUC-approved · Private university

    Obong University, Abia, Nigeria

    From recent reviews

    Private university in Obong Ntak, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. (Source: Wikidata)

    Why ranked #8? ▾
    • Google rating0
    • Review volume0
    • Review recency30
    • Profile completeness33
    • Review sentiment50
    • Verification0

    Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

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What the data shows for universities in Aba

Counted from every university ranked in Aba, Abia State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked
8
With 5+ reviews
6
Rated 4.5 or higher
2
Median reviews
21
Phone listed
6 of 8
Opening hours listed
5 of 8

6 of the 8 universities ranked in Aba have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 612 reviews.

Of the 8, 2 score 4.5 or higher, 4 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 2 have no rating yet.

The median university here has 21 reviews.

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike has the most, 427 at 4.1, followed by Clifford University (84) and Amadeus University Amizi (52).

6 list a phone number, 8 a website and 5 opening hours; 0 have a photo on file.

Across the 20 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes universities, the median city lists 18; Aba has 8, fewer than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from August 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

How many universities are listed in Aba?

Ranked lists 8 universities in Aba. The default view shows 8 local listings in ranking order.

Which local listing appears first in the default order?

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike appears first, with a Google rating of 4.1 from 427 Google reviews. The order uses Ranked's published review-based method; it is not a measure of every aspect of the business.

Which local listing loaded on this page has the most Google reviews?

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike has the most reported Google reviews among the 8 local listings loaded on this page: 427. Review volume is one ranking signal and does not establish service quality.

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