About

Motto

The motto of the University is “Knowledge for Self-reliance”. This is in recognition of the power of education to challenge inequality in the quest to have access to resources for entrepreneurship and self-reliance.

Logo

The cap on the logo represents knowledge, research and academic excellence while the shield embodies the concept of “Knowledge as an amour for self-reliance”. The Orbiting Satellite indicates that the University will be “Technology driven”. The Book represents access to knowledge while the Flame represents burning desire for knowledge.

Colours of Lead City University

Blue represents imagination and creativity Pink represents passion for human development  White represents peace and serenity of the academic environment

Mission

The mission of the University is to contribute to the development of tertiary education in Nigeria by providing qualitative access to knowledge and training, with innovative and challenging teaching techniques that guarantee a balanced education.

Vision

The vision of the University is to be a centre of excellence, a unique, urban-based University, specialising in Social Sciences, Law, Arts, Applied Sciences, Information and Communication Technology.

Currently in its sixteenth academic session. Lead City University, Ibadan (LCU) is a private University approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It has graduated nine sets of students.

The school offers various programmes suitable for both the young adolescents and adult working class. It indeed recognises the need to accomodate the time constraints to individuals and therefore provides flexibility by allowing for a choice between part-time & full-time study schemes. Programmes are offered by specialized faculties in Social Sciences & Entrepreneurial Studies, Information Technology & Applied Sciences and Law.

To Ensure that the University remains at the forefront of the latest developement in the field of Information Technology and Management education, our have optimal access to data, Information and Knowledge through state-of-the-art Computer Facilities, Inter Linkage, Electronic Library, Audiovisual Aids and Student-friendly course materials.

Character, Conduct and Service

At Lead City University, Students at all levels are expected to comply with the university dress code, exhibit satisfactory moral conduct and exemplary behaviour, provide service to the community and engage in sporting/extra-curricular activities.

Opportunity for Additional Qualifications

It is mandatory for all undergraduate students of Lead City University to register with and pass the examinations of at least one recognised Professional / Vocational trade body during the course of their studentship in the University. It is believed that the additional Professional / vocational qualifications shall enhance students' chances for job competition or self employment.

Quick facts:

• Founded in 2005
• Located in Ibadan, Nigeria.
• Accredited by the National Univeristy Commision
• Graduated more than 12,000 graduates

The Proprietor of Lead City University, Ibadan is the Eduserve Consult, which has recorded remarkable achievements in promoting educational development at both the Tertiary and non-tertiary levels especially in the City of Ibadan.

The University submitted its application to the National Universities Commission the year 2002. The Standing Committee on Private Universities (SCOPU) conducted the verification and the final assessment visits in August and September, 2003, respectively. At the end of the assessment visits, SCOPU reported that the profile of the Proprietor of Lead City University confirmed that it has the capacity and resources to establish a private university. Thereafter, the University was “approved for immediate take off” by the Board of NUC in December 2003 as a prelude to the ratification by the Federal Executive Council, which was effected on the 16th of February, 2005.

Though the charter of the University has City University, Ibadan as its name but due to several cases of mistaken identity and in order to avert corporate identity problem, the Board of Trustees and Council of the University had an extra-ordinary meeting on the 7th of March, 2005, and resolved to modify the name to read Lead City University, Ibadan. The change in name was subsequently communicated to the Federal Ministry of Education, the National Universities Commission, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and other stakeholders while all previous documents relating to City University, Ibadan remain valid.

Academic Programmes at the Lead City University took off from the Jericho Campus of the University located within Ibadan City, with adequate human physical and material resources. The University utilises information technology via its own V-SAT and Local Area Network to enhance holistic education for social, economic, cultural development and self-reliance. Each student will be knowledgeable in management and information sciences. They will also compulsorily offer any of the professional programmes (ATS, ACII, ICAN, NIPR, NIMN, Microsoft Certificate etc.) or vocational training in Computer Repairs and Assembling, Printing, Media Technology, Fashion Design, Electronic Repairs, etc., on the campus. It is the belief  of the University that graduates would prove themselves worthy men and women who are able to use their intellect as adeptly as they can apply their physique.

Lead City University caters for both the young adolescents and the adult working class. It indeed, recognises the need to accommodate the time constraints of individuals and therefore provides flexibility by allowing for a choice between part-time and full-time study schemes. Programmes are offered by specialised faculties, comprising leading academics, practitioners and experts. To ensure that the University remains at the forefront of the latest developments in the field of information technology and applied science, social sciences and entrepreneurship, education and law, appropriate practical and relevant programmes are continually developed and delivered in a stimulating and vibrant learning environment where thoughts, concept and visions are exchanged and vigorously debated. As an institution offering courses in Social Sciences and Entrepreneurial Studies, Information Technology and Applied Sciences, and Law, our students have optimal access to data, information and knowledge through state-of-the-art computer facilities, internet linkage, audiovisual aids, and student-friendly course materials.

This is further enhanced by what has been described as our congenial study facilities and amiable staff.

Getting to the University

1. Where is the University?
2. How do I get to the University?
3. How do I contact the University? What are the University's telephone numbers?

Conferences and seminars

1. Can I attend a public lecture or seminar?
2. Can my organisation hold a conference/meeting/dinner at the University? How can I book the Aula or other conference facilities at University?
3. Where can I stay in Lead City University?

Study at University

1. I would like to study in the University. What courses are available? How do I apply? Can you send me an application form?
2. What does it cost to Study at University?
3. Are there grants or bursaries available to students?

Facts

1. When was University founded?
2. How many departments are there at University?
3. When does a new session start? What is the dates for the next academic year?

Where is University?

Off Oba Otudeko Avenue, Toll-Gate Area, Ibadan, Nigeria. Click here for directions

How do I get to University?

You can connect to the University through Challenge, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, New Garage or Iwo-Road Expressway.

How do I contact the University? What are the University's telephone numbers?

Admissions Office: 0815 331 8702, 0815 331 8708 | Registrar: 09062068913 | Vice-Chancellor: 08185921818.

Can I attend a public lecture or seminar?

Yes. You are welcome all the time to participate in Public Lectures and Seminars organised by the Faculties and Departments in the Uiversity.

Can my organisation hold a conference/meeting/dinner at the University? How can I book the University International Conferene Centre?

You or your organization can make use of the International Conference Centre for your conferences and meetings. The Adeline Hall is also available for use.

Where can I stay in Lead City University?

The University is proud of the Victory Hall, Achievers Hall and Enterprise Hall for students. The University Guest House is also available for booking.

I would like to study in the University. What courses are available? How do I apply? Can you send me an application form?

Get a list of available courses here.
Click here to download application Form

What does it cost to Study at University?

Please click here for a list of courses and associated costs.

Are there grants or bursaries available to students?

Yes. The University offers full and part scholarships to deserving and indigent students based on merit. 

When was University founded?

It was founded in 2005.

How many departments are there at University?

There are over Seventy departments. Many programmes are still being approved by the National Universities Commission.

When does a new session start? What is the dates for the next academic year?

New academic session usually starts every September, however applications are welcomed from prospective candidates any time so as to have enough time to process applications.