Established in 2009, Sokoto State University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Sokoto (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the National Universities Commission of Nigeria, Sokoto State University (SSU) is a coeducational Nigerian higher education institution. Sokoto State University (SSU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. SSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.