What Caleb University Lagos does

Caleb University Lagos is a faith-based private university in Imota, Lagos, Nigeria, licensed in 2007 and admitting its first students in January 2008. The institution operates nine colleges (Arts/Social/Management Sciences; Communications and Media Studies; Pure and Applied Sciences; Computing and Information Management; Education; Environmental Sciences and Management; Law; Health Sciences; and Postgraduate Studies) delivering 40+ undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, plus distance learning, part-time, and JUPEB foundation pathways across two campuses (Imota main campus and Magodo City Campus). Its supporting platform comprises an e-portal system (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Part-Time, IGR, Transcript, Certificate portals), the CUDLC Distance Learning Centre portal, a University Tech Hub, and the CAIMeR Centre for AI, Mechatronics and Robotics, alongside multiple peer-reviewed journals (CIJCBS, CIJDS, CIJLP).

The university generates revenue primarily through recurring tuition and fees across undergraduate, postgraduate, distance learning, and part-time cohorts, supplemented by JUPEB programme fees, an Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) portal, transcript/certificate issuance fees, and corporate sponsorship of events such as convocations, moot court competitions, and entrepreneurship festivals. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Its go-to-market combines nationwide marketing across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, community outreach, digital exhibitions, employability fairs, partnerships with industry bodies (CIPM, SMEDAN, NIJ, NDLEA, MTN Nigeria), and a Zenith Bank scholarship pipeline. Target segments include Nigerian undergraduates, postgraduate professionals, working adults (part-time), distance learners, and JUPEB candidates.

The institution is led by VC Prof. Olalekan Asikhia (since June 2, 2025) and Chancellor Pastor Folu Adeboye (appointed February 2026), with a stated Seven-Point Agenda spanning academic excellence, research and innovation, and entrepreneurship. It claims top-10 ranking among Nigerian private universities, has produced 10,000+ graduates, and holds 22 international university partnerships including Cambridge University and North Carolina University. Notable credentials include a record 94.2% NUC / 98.4% Council of Legal Education accreditation for the College of Law and a quota expansion to 110 students, the first private university College of Law in Nigeria to attain this distinction.

Name

Caleb University Lagos

Legal name

Caleb University Lagos

Website

https://calebuniversity.edu.ng

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Caleb University Lagos is a faith-based private Nigerian university offering 40+ programmes across nine colleges plus distance learning, serving undergraduate, postgraduate, working professional, and JUPEB students in Lagos.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Affiliated Private Research Universities (EDAHABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

STEM-Focused Research Universities (Engineering & Applied Sciences) (EDAHABAB), Online Nonprofit Universities (EDAHALAK), Technical Universities with Architecture, Built Environment & Design Engineering (EDAHAEAJ)

Keywords

• Private higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Postgraduate studies
• Distance learning programs
• Professional part-time education

Headquarters

HQ city

Lagos

HQ country

Nigeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Undergraduate Tuition and Fees: Revenue generated from tuition and academic fees for undergraduate degree programmes across all colleges. Students apply through JAMB and university admission processes.
2. Postgraduate Tuition and Fees: Revenue from postgraduate programmes (PGD, MSc, MPhil, PhD) across multiple disciplines including Architecture, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, International Relations, Mass Communication, Political Science, Microbiology, and Chemistry.
3. Distance Learning Centre: Revenue from the university's Distance Learning Centre offering flexible online education programmes.
4. Part Time / Caleb Business School Programmes: Revenue from part-time professional and business programmes designed for working adults and professionals.
5. JUPEB Programme: Revenue from the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) foundation programme for direct university admission.
6. Internally Generated Revenue (IGR): Revenue collected through the dedicated IGR portal from various institutional services and activities.
7. Transcripts and Certificates: Revenue from issuance of academic transcripts and certificates to alumni and current students.
8. Events and Sponsorships: Revenue and in-kind support from hosting conferences, symposia, moot court competitions, digital exhibitions, and the entrepreneurship festival, with participation from corporate sponsors.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Caleb University Lagos is a private faith-based university offering accredited undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across nine colleges, including Arts, Social and Management Sciences; Communications and Media Studies; Pure and Applied Sciences; Computing and Information Management; Education; Environmental Sciences and Management; Law; Health Sciences; and Postgraduate Studies. The university also operates a Distance Learning Centre (CUDLC), Part-Time/Caleb Business School programmes, JUPEB foundation programmes, and a University Tech Hub focused on digital innovation and entrepreneurship.

Product overview

Caleb University Lagos operates as a multi-college private university offering a platform-plus-modules educational architecture. The institution is structured around nine academic colleges: College of Arts, Social and Management Sciences (CASMAS); College of Communications and Media Studies (COCOMS); College of Pure and Applied Sciences (COPAS); College of Computing and Information Management (COCIM); College of Education (COLED); College of Environmental Sciences and Management (COLENSMA); College of Law (COLAW); College of Health Sciences (COHEALTHS); and Colleges of Postgraduate Studies (COPOS). Supporting the academic colleges are three student portal systems: the Undergraduate Portal (e-portal.calebuniversity.net.ng), the CUDLC Portal (Caleb University Distance Learning Centre), and the JUPEB Programme for pre-university education. A University Tech Hub complements the academic offering by fostering technology innovation, digital entrepreneurship, and AI research among students and young innovators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CULREC: Caleb University Records - University records and documentation center
• CUDLC
• CUL-CHADI
• CGRAEN
• C-PEARS
• CAIMeR
• CPIET
• CIMHR

Products and services

• College of Arts, Social and Management Sciences (CASMAS) The largest college at Caleb University, integrating liberal arts and social sciences with management and economics to develop ethically-grounded leaders and skilled professionals. Departments include Business Administration, Political Science and International Relations, Accounting, Finance and Taxation, Economics, Psychology, and Criminology, Peace, Security and Conflict Studies. Targets undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• College of Communications and Media Studies (COCOMS) Premier hub for educating innovative, ethical, and skilled communicators and media professionals. Departments include Mass Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, Broadcasting and Media Production, and Film and Media Studies. Features state-of-the-art facilities and industry-connected faculty.
• College of Pure and Applied Sciences (COPAS) Dedicated to advancing knowledge at the frontiers of scientific discovery and translating it into innovative solutions. Departments include Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, and Biochemistry and Industrial Chemistry, with programmes designed for strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and a problem-solving mindset.
• College of Computing and Information Management (COCIM)

Quantifiable outcome

• 96 First Class honours graduates out of 1,625 undergraduates (5.9% first class rate)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability13 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NIJ (Nigerian Institute of Journalism)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Caleb University and the Nigerian Institute of Journalism commenced a strategic partnership to bridge the gap between academic work and media practice. The collaboration involves joint programmes with industry bodies including NPAN, NGE, ARCN, NUJ, NAWOJ, and PJAN. A Digitalization of Newspaper Programme is planned for July 20 at Marriott Hotel, Ikeja.
• NDLEA (National Drug Law Enforcement Agency)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026The university partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the Office of the First Lady of Lagos State for the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (WADA 2026), hosting a landmark anti-drug campaign event on campus.
• MTN NigeriaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026MTN Nigeria is part of the multi-sectoral partnerships of the Office of the First Lady of Lagos State referenced during the anti-drug campaign event hosted at Caleb University, contributing to prevention, awareness, and rehabilitation efforts.
• Office of the First Lady of Lagos StateminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026Partnership for the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking event. The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, led officials to Caleb University for the landmark event, integrating the university into the state's anti-drug advocacy architecture.
• CIPM (Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026A delegation from the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria visited Caleb University on May 7 to explore industry collaboration opportunities, Mulling industry-academia linkage to enhance graduate employability and professional development.
• SMEDAN (Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCaleb University and SMEDAN partnered to boost SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises). The collaboration aims to support entrepreneurship development and small business growth through the university's Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
• Cambridge University (UK)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCaleb University is collaborating with Cambridge University (UK) as part of its network of 22 international university partnerships. The Vice-Chancellor noted these collaborations as part of the university's strategy to achieve world ranking.
• North Carolina University (US)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCaleb University is collaborating with North Carolina University (US) as part of its network of 22 international university partnerships. This collaboration supports academic exchange, research partnerships, and global exposure for students and faculty.
• Centre for Entrepreneurship and InnovationcoreOthersThe Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Caleb University organises entrepreneurship festivals and community outreach programmes. It supports student businesses and promotes innovation across the university community.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Afe Babalola University: Afe Babalola University (Ado-Ekiti) is a private Nigerian university with strong emphasis on Law, Sciences, and professional programmes. It is comparable to Caleb as a private, multi-college institution with ambitious accreditation and ranking targets and overlapping programmes in Law and Health Sciences.
• Bells University of Technology: Bells University of Technology is a private technology-focused university in Ota, Nigeria. It is comparable to Caleb on private-sector STEM emphasis (especially computing and engineering) and competes for the same fee-paying Nigerian students seeking technology-oriented degrees in the Lagos/Ogun corridor.
• Lead City University: Lead City University is a private university in Ibadan, Nigeria, offering multi-disciplinary undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. It is comparable to Caleb as a private university with multiple colleges, faith-friendly positioning, and similar competitive set for ranking positions among Nigerian private universities.
• Babcock University: Babcock University is a Seventh-day Adventist private university in Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria. It is comparable to Caleb as a faith-affiliated private university with multi-college structure, postgraduate programmes, distance learning options, and a similar target market of Christian families seeking character-plus-academic education.
• Veritas University Abuja: Veritas University is a Catholic faith-based private university in Abuja, Nigeria. It is comparable to Caleb as a faith-affiliated private university competing in the same Nigerian private higher-education market for Christian families and overlapping in humanities, sciences, and postgraduate programmes.
• Covenant University: Covenant University is a faith-based (Christian) private university in Ota, Nigeria, and the leading benchmark among Nigerian private universities. It is highly comparable to Caleb on faith-based positioning, STEM emphasis, faculty credentials, and the same target student demographic of fee-paying Nigerian families seeking a values-driven education.
• Redeemer's University: Redeemer's University (Ede, Osun State) is operated by the Redeemed Christian Church of God — the same parent body as Caleb University's chancellor lineage. It is highly comparable on faith-based positioning, private university structure, and competition for the same RCCG-aligned student market.
• Pan-Atlantic University: Pan-Atlantic University (formerly Pan-African University) is a Lagos-based private university known for its business school and professional programmes. It is a direct peer to Caleb in the Lagos private-university market, competing for the same working-professional and undergraduate segments, particularly via its part-time and executive offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Lagos State University (LASU): LASU is the Lagos State public university with very large enrollments and a multi-campus Lagos footprint. It is comparable to Caleb as a Lagos-based, multi-college university serving the same local student catchment, with significantly lower tuition making it the principal price-anchored competitor.
• University of Lagos (UNILAG): UNILAG is the premier public university in Lagos and Caleb's most formidable local incumbent. It is comparable as the dominant Lagos higher-education brand for the same student pool, with broader scale, lower tuition, and established global recognition that Caleb must position against.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/calebunivonline
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caleb-university-lagos

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Number of profiles

Profiles28 records

Funding overview

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