Lagos State University (LASU) has maintained its position as the top-ranked university in West Africa in the 2026 UI GreenMetric Sustainable University Rankings, while recording a major improvement in its global position.
The university placed 493rd globally among 2,016 institutions from 110 countries, moving up from 760th in the 2025 ranking. The latest result was announced at the UI GreenMetric Sustainable University Rankings 2026 Results and Awards Ceremony in Baku, Azerbaijan.
LASU Maintains West African Leadership
The 2026 ranking marks the fifth consecutive year that LASU has occupied the number-one position in West Africa since joining the UI GreenMetric rankings in 2022.
The university's regional position has remained unchanged across the 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 ranking cycles.
This latest result therefore extends the institution's continuous run at the top of the West African sustainability ranking.
University Climbs 267 Places Globally
LASU's global ranking also recorded a substantial change in 2026.
The university moved from 799th globally in 2024 to 760th in 2025, before reaching 493rd in 2026.
That represents an improvement of 267 positions in one year, while its movement from the 2024 position amounts to an overall rise of 306 places.
LASU's Global Ranking Progress
| Year | Global Position |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 799th |
| 2025 | 760th |
| 2026 | 493rd |
The figures show the progression recorded by the university across the three most recent ranking cycles provided in the announcement.
What the UI GreenMetric Ranking Assesses
The UI GreenMetric Sustainable University Rankings evaluates universities according to a number of sustainability-related areas.
For the 2026 ranking, the assessment covered:
- Setting and Infrastructure
- Energy and Climate Change
- Waste
- Water
- Transportation
- Education
- Governance and Digitalisation
LASU's performance in the latest ranking was presented as reflecting its institutional focus on sustainability, environmental responsibility and innovative practices across its operations.
International Recognition for LASU's Role in UI GreenMetric
The university's sustainability-related activities also received international recognition in August 2026.
During the month, LASU's National and Regional Coordinatorship in the UI GreenMetric network was renewed.
The institution was also elevated to Co-Chairmanship of key sessions at UI GreenMetric international events for the 2026/2027 academic session.
These developments further expanded LASU's involvement in the international UI GreenMetric network.
University Community Credited for Achievement
The latest ranking result was attributed to the collective contributions of different sections of the university community.
The university recognised the efforts of its management, staff, students, units and committees involved in advancing its sustainability agenda.
The result was also described as part of the institution's broader progress in areas including sustainable development, innovation, responsible governance and institutional transformation, alongside its academic activities.
Vice-Chancellor Congratulates LASU Community
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi Badejo, FCASSON, FAPROCON, MNAE, congratulated members of the university community following the 2026 ranking result.
He also commended those whose contributions have supported the institution's sustainability efforts.
The university stated that the latest UI GreenMetric ranking builds on achievements recorded under previous administrations and reflects its continued progress within the higher education landscape.
Key Facts About LASU's 2026 UI GreenMetric Ranking
| Category | 2026 Result |
|---|---|
| Institution | Lagos State University (LASU) |
| Ranking | UI GreenMetric Sustainable University Rankings |
| West Africa position | No. 1 |
| Global position | 493rd |
| Institutions assessed | 2,016 |
| Countries represented | 110 |
| Previous global position | 760th in 2025 |
| Global improvement | 267 places |
| Regional leadership | Fifth consecutive ranking cycle |
| Ranking cycles at No. 1 in West Africa | 2022–2026 |
Final Note
LASU's 2026 UI GreenMetric result combines continued regional leadership in West Africa with a significant improvement in its global position, rising to 493rd among 2,016 institutions. The university has also retained its involvement in the international UI GreenMetric network through its renewed coordinatorship and new co-chairmanship roles for the 2026/2027 academic session.
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