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Lagos State University

Imagine a giant school where thousands of students learn amazing things every day!

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Lagos state university center for response and prevention of Gender and sexual based violence

Lagos state university center for response and prevention of Gender and sexual based violence

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Enitan Bababunmi Science Laboratory, Faculty of Science, Lagos State University
Faculty of Education, Lagos State University (LASU) Ojo
An Hausa Farmer in the Lagos State University
Yoruba Cusine Practical Test and Food Carnival Collaboration With Department of Linguistics, African Languages and Communication Arts, Lagos State University 19
Faculty of Education, Lagos State University(LASU)
Abisogun Leigh Science Building, Faculty of Science, Lagos State University
Lagos State University logo
Department of Theater Art and Music, Lagos State University
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Science Complex, Faculty of Science, Lagos State University
Lagos state university gate
Lagos State University Students’ Arcade

Key Facts

Type of Institution
State-owned university.
Location
Main campus in Ojo, with other campuses in Ikeja and Epe, Nigeria.
Year Established
1983.
Student Body Size
Over 35,000 students.
Global Recognition
Ranked among the top 600 universities in the world.

Meet the Super School!

Lagos State University, or LASU for short, is a really big and important school in Nigeria! It's like a special place for grown-ups to learn all sorts of cool stuff, from how to build amazing buildings to understanding the stars. It was started a long, long time ago, in 1983, by the people who lead Lagos State. Think of it as a giant brain for the whole state, helping everyone learn and grow!

Where Did LASU Grow From?

LASU started its journey in 1983. It was like a tiny seed that grew into a huge tree! The main part of the school is in a place called Ojo, but there are other parts in Ikeja and Epe too. It was created with a big dream: to make learning super good and help everyone become super smart. Now, it's home to more than 35,000 students, which is more people than can fit in a whole stadium!

Why LASU is a Big Deal!

LASU is super important because it helps people get the best education. It's like a factory for smart ideas! It's so good that it's been noticed all around the world.

In fact, it was ranked as one of the top 600 universities globally! It’s also been called the best young university in Nigeria, which means it’s doing a fantastic job for its age. This helps Nigeria have lots of clever people who can do great things.

Learning Adventures at LASU

At LASU, students can learn about almost anything! They can get special certificates called diplomas, earn big degrees for finishing their studies, and even go on to do more advanced learning. It's like having different levels of adventure in learning.

Some students even get to study at a special center that got help from the World Bank, all about science and technology. It’s a place where dreams of becoming scientists, engineers, and brilliant thinkers come true!

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