Maryam Abacha American University of Niger (MAAUN) has been ranked as the number one university in the Niger Republic by the AD Scientific Index.
The latest ranking, published on the AD Scientific Index website, is titled “Niger: 8 All Universities Rankings 2026.”
According to the report, MAAUN clinched the top position ahead of Université Dan Dicko Dankoulodo de Maradi, which came second, while Université André Salifou de Zinder ranked third.
Other institutions listed in the ranking include Abdou Moumouni University of Niamey, Université Boubacar Ba de Tillabéri, Université de Diffa, and Université d’Agadez, all of which are public universities.
MAAUN is the first English-language university in the Niger Republic and currently accommodates thousands of students from different parts of the world.
The university was founded in 2013 by renowned philanthropist Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo and has since produced over 20,000 graduates who are making an impact in various professional fields globally.
The AD Scientific Index is a global ranking platform that evaluates 24,672 institutions using near real-time data. It covers universities, research institutions, companies, and hospitals across the world.
Reacting to the ranking, the Association of African Private Universities congratulated MAAUN on the achievement.
The congratulatory message was conveyed by the association’s Deputy Secretary-General, Dr. Salisou Mamoudou, who praised the university for setting a strong development pathway for higher education in the Niger Republic.
Dr. Mamoudou also urged other public and private institutions in the country to emulate MAAUN’s standards and achievements.
