Education
Why UNILORIN is Better By Far
UNILORIN is being referred as the “Better by Far” University. While some may disagree with this notion, the University has carved a niche of academic excellence that attests to this.
As the slogan goes for the University of Ilorin – “Better By Far”. This is not far-fetched from the truth as the University of Ilorin has ranked as the most competitive university in Nigeria over a decade now.
Are you wondering why there are so many students trying to gain admission into UNILORIN? Funny I thought so too.
The University has carved a niche of academic excellence that has been sustained over the years.
Attaining such lofty height is not by accident, but by consistent hard work and devotion to the core values and standard of the institutions.
This is evident in the recent ranking released by the Webometrics as UNILORIN ranks seven (7) in Nigeria.
Also, data released by JAMB in 2020 revealed that UNILORIN (alongside ABU Zaria) is the Most Competitive University in Nigeria.
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Asides the fact that the University has built a remarkable reputation for itself, there are quite a number of things that makes the institution relevant till date.
This article shall be bordering on some the reasons.
Minimal Rate of Cultism
It is glaring that cultism is a major tetanus that has eaten deep into the Nigerian Educational System today.
However, as daunting as this has been, a number of institutions have been able to silence it, at least to a reasonable extent.
Truth is, cultism exists in all parts of the country but the effect has been subdued in some parts than the other.
UNILORIN is one of such parts that have been able to subdue the voice of Cultism.
High Level of Decency
One thing that has made the University of Ilorin stand out amongst other Federal Universities is that it is not enshrined in religion yet it is ethically upright.
UNILORIN has placed value on the need for decency in terms of dressing, conduct and standard even while though the students enjoy freedom as well.
So to say, you are not allowed to wear shorts or bum-short to the school campus but even if you wear pant off campus, it’s totally your ball game.
In as much as you are not involved in any incriminating act that involves the school or attempt to disparage its name.
High Standard of Education
If you are, by any chance, related to UNILORIN, then you must have heard the word “Face Tanke” a number of times.
If you haven’t, it means being expelled from the school due to low academic performance or bad conduct.
UNILORIN has a habit of indirectly compelling student to perform at their best academically.
Thus, any graduate able to survive the heat of the institution and come out with good grade are usually respected.
Low Tuition
UNILORIN is part of the Top 10 Universities in Nigeria with low tuition. Yet, it has managed to maintain its standard over the years.
The tuition of the University of Ilorin falls between 25,000 and 35,000. Thus, making it accessible for everyone – even the poor.
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No Internal Issues
When it comes to academic strike, UNILORIN has always being resilient.
The institution has always resolved its internal issues without any need to embark on academic strike.
Well, except for the recent move made to join ASUU. This is said to be due to the molestation of students and lecturers that has being on the rampant.
Physical and Infrastructural Development
The University of Ilorin did not only develop in academic fields, it has also developed in its physical status.
Although UNILORIN started with just a building, it now houses 14 faculties and about 70 departments following the completion of the seven-storey Senate Complex.
In the same vein, the institution houses Sugar Research Institute, Postgraduate School, the Main University Library, Computer Services and Information Technology (COMSIT), Works Yard, Conference Centre, Unilorin Resources Development and Management Board (URDMB), Student Canteens and the 2,000 seat multipurpose Auditorium and the Alumni/ Endowment Office amongst many others.
Within its lean resources, the University has managed to renovate buildings and regularly upgrade its teaching and research. These include provision of computers, laboratory equipment and many other infrastructures that make academic exercise conducive for the seekers.
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In Conclusion,
Given the aforementioned attributes which are coveted by students across Nigeria, UNILORIN is regarded as the most competitive university in Nigeria.
With more than 100,000 candidates applying for admission into an institution that can only accommodate 12,000 students, you can imagine the fierce competition.
Hence, it becomes imperative for every serious aspirant of the most sought after institution in Nigeria to be fitted with the requisite weapons and munitions.
It is for this reason that we have laid it upon ourselves to ensure we freely make available a plethora of authentic questions and correct answers to help our readers excel in the Post UTME with ease.
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