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University of Ibadan

university, Ibadan, Nigeria

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The University of Ibadan is a federal university located in Ibadan, Nigeria. It was founded in 1948 as University College at Ibadan and is one of Nigeria's earliest postsecondary institutions. The university is situated in the southwestern part of the country and is a significant center for higher education, housing the largest book collection in Nigeria within its library. It plays a crucial role in the nation's educational landscape, offering a wide range of programs and contributing to research and academic development.12

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