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Faculty of Law
University of Benin?

Welcome to the Faculty of Law, University of Benin! The Faculty of Law at the University of Benin has a proud history of producing distinguished legal minds who have received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships and have gone on to make remarkable contributions to the legal profession and academia, both nationally and internationally. In 2012, a Senior Lecturer (now a Professor of Law) of the faculty won the Nigerian Universities Doctoral Theses Award Scheme (NUDTAS) for the best doctoral thesis in law in the Nigerian University System.

The thesis was praised for its significant contribution to the study of international law and human rights in Nigeria and has since been Message From The Dean published as a book by the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS). Over the years, our students have excelled at the Nigerian Law School, with many graduating with First-Class Honours and earning commendations for their outstanding performances.

Our Values

Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Diversity and Service

Our Mission

Dedicated to providing high-quality legal education that perpares students for successful careers in Law and related fields.

Our Vision

To be a leading Faculty of Law in Nigeria and beyond, recognized for our academic excellence.

Dean

Prof. Bright Bazuaye

Dean from 2025 to present

Department

Jurisprudence & International law

Education

BL, LLB (BENSU), LL.M (BENIN), PhD (BENIN)

Message From The Dean

Dear Esteemed Students,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Faculty of Law, a prestigious institution dedicated to excellence, innovation, and intellectual rigor in legal education and research. As you embark on this transformative academic journey, rest assured that you are in an environment designed to nurture your potential and equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the legal profession and beyond.

A Legacy of Excellence

The University of Benin was established in 1970, and in furtherance of its commitment to providing sound legal education of the highest possible standard, the Faculty of Law was founded in 1981. Over the past four decades, the Faculty has consistently upheld its reputation as a center of excellence in legal education, research, and advocacy. Our faculty has received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and has earned commendations from reputable institutions and organisations in Nigeria and internationally. It remains one of the leading law faculties in the country, producing legal professionals renowned for their academic strength, integrity, and professional competence.

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Why Study Law at
University of Benin?

This Curriculum offers a truly modern legal education reflecting the needs and concerns of Nigeria and the global community in the 21st century. The curriculum invites the students to develop a knowledge and understanding of legal concepts, practical applications, and legal skills in clinical and moot court practice, ethics, and legal argument. The curriculum exposes students to developing critical skills in research and analysis as well as understanding policy implications. Overall, the degree is designed to provide both a robust academic experience as well as vocational development, a balance that is highly sought after by employers in both law and non-law sectors.

The Law programme is established to contribute significantly to the enrichment and enhancement of legal study and practice. It is designed to provide legal education within a dynamic socio-political environment encompassing national and global trends and challenges. The main focus of the Law programme is to create an environment that encourages intellectual rigour, analytical and critical engagement, and profound ethical standards. The programme must be committed to outcome-based, learner-centred legal education that integrates knowledge, skills, and value competency and ethics to produce law graduates who can compete actively in legal, social, economic, and political developments globally.

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4-Year
Programme

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5-Year
Programme

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Postgraduate
Programme

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Academic
Departments

Below are the Departments in the Faculty of Law

Department of Commercial and Industrial Law

This Department focuses on business, corporate, and labor law.

Department of Jurisprudence & International Law

This Department explores legal theory and international relations.

Department of Private and Property Law

This Department deals with individual rights and property ownership.

Department of Public Law

This Department covers state-citizen relations and government structures.

FAQs

What are the admission requirements for 4-year Law Programme?

  1. A two-year or three-year university diploma plus credits in five (5) papers, including English Language and English Literature as well as at least a pass in Mathematics in the S.S,C.E. or G.C.E. ‘O’ Level or its equivalent, or
  2. Three (3) papers at Principal or Advanced level in the Higher School Certificate or G.C.E. or the JUPEP together with credit in five subjects including English Language and English Literature as well as at least a pass in Mathematics in the S.S.C.E. or G.C.E. ‘O’ Level or its equivalent, or
  3. Two (2) papers at principal or Advanced Level in the HSC or G.C.E. plus credits in five (5) other papers (including English Language and English Literature) as well as a pass in Mathematics in the S.S.C.E. or G,C.E. ‘O’ Level or its equivalent.
  4. At least a Merit level pass in University of Benin Diploma in any of the following:
    • Diploma in Law (D.I.L)
    • Diploma in Social Work (DSW)
    • Diploma in International Studies and Diplomacy (ISD).
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What are the admission requirements for 5-year Law Programme?

Candidates for admission must possess at least the S.S.C.E. or G.C.E. ‘O’ Level with credit passes in five (5) subjects, including English Language and English Literature and a pass in Mathematics obtained at not more than two sittings. Such candidates must also have an acceptable pass in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) coupled with a post-UTME screening test

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What are the admission requirements for Postgraduate Law Programme?

  1. Bachelor degree in Law (LLB) with at least a Third Class, Pass.
  2. A good Bachelor degree in any discipline with at least a Second Class (Lower) Division.
  3. Higher National Diploma (HND) in any discipline with a minimum of lower credit from a recognised polytechnic.
  4. For Postgraduate Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution (PGD ADR), membership of any recognized ADR Institute is an added advantage for the applicant.
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