UNILAG Researcher Validates Local African Mistletoe as Alternative Breakthrough for Diabetes Management
A plant most people dismiss as a nuisance clinging to tree branches has yielded what may be one of the most promising contributions to diabetes science in recent years, by the University of Lagos. For centuries, African mistletoe has hung quietly from trees across Nigeria, harvested by herb sellers long before anyone could explain why it worked. The findings were presented by Dr Elizabeth Oluwakemi Bamgbade, a lecturer in the Chemistry Unit of the Distance […]
Official Statement on Course Registration for Second Semester, 2025/2026 Academic Session
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) issues this statement to clarify the course registration process for the Second Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Session and to address concerns regarding alleged inadequate opportunities for registration. Previous Registration Opportunities The University provided multiple opportunities for eligible students to complete their Second Semester course registration. The student portal was opened on four separate occasions between March and June 2026, as outlined below: Please note the following: Current Position The University has a responsibility […]
UNILAG Statistics Department Writes A New Chapter With Its First-Ever Alumni Homecoming
For the first time in its history, the Department of Statistics, University of Lagos (UNILAG) opened its doors to the scholars it has produced, hosting a three-day Alumni Homecoming from Tuesday, July 28 to Thursday, July 30, 2026, under the theme “A Statistical Reunion: Strengthening Bonds, Sharing Success. Held in the Board Room at the Science Complex, the historic gathering marked a defining moment in the department’s journey, bringing together graduates, faculty, and students for […]
UNILAG-STEG Holds Policy Dialogue, Calls for Data-Driven Policies to Drive Inclusive Growth
As Nigeria continues to grapple with the challenge of achieving sustainable and inclusive economic growth, stakeholders have underscored the need for public policies to be guided by credible data, rigorous research, and sustained collaboration among academia, industry, and government. This formed the focus of the University of Lagos – Structural Transformation and Economic Growth (UNILAG-STEG) Policy Dialogue, held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Arthur Mbanefo Digital Research Centre (AMDRC). The dialogue, themed “Advancing Inclusive […]
From UNILAG to Global Glory: Peter Fagbola Emerges Huawei ICT World Champion
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of Mr. Peter A. Fagbola, a student of the Department of Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, and the ABS-CITS Huawei Academy, UNILAG. He has brought immense honour to the University by clinching 1st Prize at the Huawei Global ICT Competition, recently held in Shenzhen, China. The competition is one of the world’s most prestigious technology contests. Mr Fagbola’s success reflects not only his exceptional talent […]
