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Yaba College of Technology YABATECH
YABATECH ND Post UTME Aggregate Scores for 2025/2026

Quick Update on the Released Aggregate Scores

Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has officially released the Post UTME aggregate scores for the 2025/2026 academic session. EducationNGR confirmed that the results are now available on the institution’s internal portal for all ND full-time applicants who participated in the screening process.

Who Can Check the Post UTME Aggregate Score

The released scores apply to:

  • ND full-time candidates who applied to YABATECH for the 2025/2026 session

  • Applicants whose information has been uploaded and validated on the school’s admission system

Candidates who did not apply for ND full-time or did not complete the Post UTME application may not find their results on the portal.

How to Check YABATECH Post UTME Aggregate Score

Step 1: Open the Internal Portal

Visit the official YABATECH internal portal via intportal.yabatech.edu.ng.

Step 2: Log In With JAMB Details

On the login page:

  • Enter your JAMB registration number in the Username field.

  • Enter your surname in the Password field exactly as used during your Post UTME registration.

A correct spelling is important for successful login.

Step 3: Go to the Aggregate Result Page

Once logged in:

  • Locate the section labeled Aggregate Result

  • Click on it to open your result page

This page will display your official Post UTME aggregate score.

Step 4: View and Download the Result

On the result page:

  • Check the score presented

  • Use the download option to save the document for records

Students are advised to keep a digital or printed copy for later use during the admission process.

If a Candidate Cannot Log In

Some issues that can prevent access include:

  • Incorrect JAMB registration number

  • Surname typed differently from what was used during registration

  • Poor network connection

If the issue persists after confirming all details, candidates may:

  • Contact the school’s ICT unit for technical assistance

  • Visit the admission office on campus for verification and support

These offices can resolve login errors or confirm missing data.

What Students Should Do After Seeing the Result

After checking the aggregate score, candidates should:

  • Save a copy of the downloaded result

  • Monitor official YABATECH announcements for admission list updates

  • Stay alert for instructions on acceptance, registration, and clearance

Following the portal closely ensures students remain informed about each stage of the admission process.

TSU, TASU
TASU Acceptance and Registration Dates for 2025/2026 Freshers

Key TASU Acceptance and Registration Dates

Taraba State University (TASU), Jalingo, has announced the official schedule for acceptance and registration activities for all newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session. EducationNGR also learnt that the institution has set a short but clear timeline to help students complete their entry procedures without delay.

Quick Facts for the 2025/2026 Session

  • Start of acceptance and normal registration: 18 November 2025
  • End of acceptance and normal registration: 25 November 2025
  • Start of late registration: 26 November 2025
  • End of late registration: 4 December 2025

All newly admitted candidates are strongly encouraged to plan ahead and complete their registration within the normal window of 18–25 November 2025, giving enough room to correct minor issues before deadlines.

Who This Notice Covers

This notice applies to:

  • All candidates newly admitted into TASU for the 2025/2026 academic session
  • Students who have received a provisional offer of admission from Taraba State University, Jalingo

What Newly Admitted Students Need To Do

1. Confirm Acceptance of Admission

Students are advised to:

  • Carefully read the admission offer issued to them
  • Confirm acceptance of the offer within the official registration timeframe
  • Follow instructions in their admission letter or any official TASU communication

This confirmation signals readiness to join the university for the session.

2. Pay the School Fee Within the Approved Dates

Payment of the approved school fee forms part of the registration exercise. Students must:

  • Pay only through official university channels
  • Ensure all receipts or payment printouts are safely stored
  • Complete payment between 18 and 25 November 2025 to remain under normal registration

Late payment may automatically shift a student into the late registration window, which may carry additional requirements set by the university.

3. Complete All Registration Steps Early

Students are expected to complete every stage of their registration as outlined in their admission letter or on TASU’s portal. Good practices include:

  • Verifying that personal data matches the admission record
  • Checking programme, department, and session details
  • Keeping copies of all essential documents such as admission letters and payment receipts

Completing these steps early helps students avoid unnecessary delays and long queues.

Late Registration Period

Late registration officially holds from:

  • 26 November 2025 to 4 December 2025

This window is strictly for students who could not meet the normal registration deadline. However, TASU encourages students to prioritise the earlier window to prevent last-minute challenges.

Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU
OAU Announces Programmes for the 49th Convocation Ceremony

Overview of the 49th Convocation at OAU

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has officially published the full schedule for its 49th Convocation Ceremony, a multi-day event featuring diploma awards, first degree awards, postgraduate degrees, honorary degrees, convocation lectures, a stage play and special recognitions.
EducationNGR also confirmed that the programme is arranged to help students, families and invited guests properly plan for each day’s activities.

What the Ceremony Covers

  • Award of diploma degrees
  • Conferment of first degrees across multiple faculties
  • Award of postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, professional master’s degrees and PhD degrees
  • Conferment of honorary degrees
  • Convocation lecture and Distinguished Awards
  • Convocation play
  • Award of Excellence on the final day

Full Schedule for OAU’s 49th Convocation Ceremony

Wednesday 10 December 2025 – Award of Diploma Degrees

Event: Award of Diploma Degrees
Venue: Department of Local Government Studies
Time: 10:00 a.m

This opening day is dedicated to students completing diploma programmes. Family members and guests are expected to arrive early at the venue.

Thursday 11 December 2025 – First Degrees (Administration, Arts, Education, Law, Social Sciences)

Morning Session

Event: Conferment of First Degrees
Faculties: Administration, Arts, Education, Law, Social Sciences
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 10:00 a.m

Evening Session

Event: Convocation Play — “Madam Tinubu” by Akinwumi Ishola
Venue: Oduduwa Hall
Time: 7:00 p.m – 9:00 p.m

Graduates from these faculties receive their degrees earlier in the day, followed by a culturally rich stage performance in the evening.

Friday 12 December 2025 – First Degrees (Science, Engineering, Health and Related Fields)

Morning Session

Event: Conferment of First Degrees
Faculties: Agriculture, Computing, Science and Engineering, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Environmental Design and Management, Pharmacy, Science and Technology
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 10:00 a.m

Afternoon Session

Event: Convocation Lecture and Distinguished Award
Lecturer: Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
Venue: Oduduwa Hall
Time: 4:00 p.m – 6:00 p.m

This day celebrates graduates from science, engineering and health-focused faculties before moving to an intellectual and award-focused lecture later in the day.

Saturday 13 December 2025 – Postgraduate and Honorary Degrees

Main Ceremony

Event: Conferment of Postgraduate Diplomas, Professional Master’s Degrees, Master’s Degrees, Doctor of Philosophy Degrees and Honorary Degrees
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 12:30 p.m

Special Segment

Event: Convocation Lecture and Award of Excellence**
To Be Delivered/Received By: The Senate President

The final day highlights postgraduate scholars, distinguished honourees and the recipient of the prestigious Award of Excellence.

Convocation Luncheon and Theme

A special convocation luncheon will be held under the theme:
“Raising a New Generation of Leaders for the World in such a Difficult Time through University Education.”

This theme captures OAU’s mission to build graduates capable of addressing global and national challenges.

Contact Details and RSVP

Guests who require additional information or need to respond to special invitations may contact:

  • Mr. K. A. Bakare, Registrar: 08033967804
  • Prof. Solomon Adebola, Chairman, Ceremonies Committee: 07098287110

For continuous updates, visitors can check the official OAU website.

 

UNIMAID
UNIMAID Releases Full Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session

Overview of the UNIMAID 2025/2026 Academic Calendar

The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), through the Office of the Registrar, has published the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. According to information also confirmed by EducationNGR, the schedule outlines when lectures begin, when examinations will hold, and when the academic year officially closes.
The calendar covers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes for the entire session.

Key Highlights

  • Academic activities commence on 15 January 2026 (Week 2).
  • The calendar provides a structured breakdown for first and second semesters.
  • Postgraduate examination periods are clearly marked for both semesters.

First Semester Key Dates

The first semester runs from mid-January to May 2026. Major dates include:

  • 15 January 2026 – First Semester officially begins (Week 2)
  • 13 April 2026 – First Semester examinations begin (Week 16)
  • 8 May 2026 – First Semester examinations end (Week 19)

These dates show students when teaching is expected to wind down and when examination activities begin across the campus.

First Semester Postgraduate Examinations

Postgraduate students have a separate examination window:

  • 11 May 2026 – Postgraduate examinations begin (Week 20)
  • 22 May 2026 – Postgraduate examinations end (Week 21)

This timing allows postgraduate students to complete assessments shortly after undergraduate examinations conclude.

Second Semester Key Dates

Second semester activities begin immediately after the first semester wraps up:

  • 25 May 2026 – Second Semester begins (Week 22)
  • 24 August 2026 – Second Semester examinations commence (Week 35)
  • 24 September 2026 – Second Semester examinations end (Week 39)

These dates help students plan their lectures, academic workload, and revision periods for the second half of the session.

Second Semester Postgraduate Examinations

Postgraduate examinations for the second semester are scheduled as follows:

  • 5 October 2026 – Postgraduate examinations commence (Week 41)
  • 12 October 2026 – Postgraduate examinations end (Week 42)

This marks the final stage of assessment for postgraduate students for the academic year.

Official End of the 2025/2026 Academic Session

  • 23 October 2026 – The session officially ends (Week 43)

With this date, all teaching, examinations, and administrative academic activities for the session come to a close as UNIMAID transitions into preparations for the new academic cycle.

How Students Can Use the UNIMAID Academic Calendar

This academic calendar helps students:

  • Plan reading schedules and revision time
  • Track project and assignment deadlines
  • Organise travel and personal commitments
  • Stay aware of exam periods and semester transitions

By keeping these dates in view, every undergraduate and postgraduate student at UNIMAID has a clear roadmap for the entire 2025/2026 academic session.

 

NAUB
CDCFIB Announces Online CBT for Shortlisted 2025 Recruitment Candidates

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced the commencement of its online Computer-Based Test (CBT) for shortlisted candidates in the ongoing 2025 recruitment exercise. The test is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

This stage is strictly for candidates who have received official scheduling. Participants are expected to follow all examination guidelines carefully, as non-compliance may result in disqualification. The online CBT will be AI-proctored to detect malpractice, unauthorized assistance, or device interference.

Key Details for Candidates

  • Ensure stable internet access, steady power supply, and use of a suitable device, preferably a laptop.
  • Mobile phones or tablets may be used, but interruptions like phone calls or switching apps will trigger violation alerts. Multiple violations may lead to automatic failure.
  • The CDCFIB examination portal opens 30 minutes before the scheduled test. Log in at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng using your assigned exam window.
  • Complete the photo verification process and wait in the virtual room until the test starts automatically.

Rejoining After Disconnection

If disconnected during the test, candidates can rejoin within the allotted time and continue from where they left off. The system records progress automatically to ensure fairness.

CDCFIB’s Commitment to Fair Assessment

CDCFIB remains committed to transparency and accountability in the recruitment process. The AI-proctored system ensures that every participant is evaluated fairly and based on merit.

Candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly, maintain integrity, and complete the CBT with confidence. Best wishes are extended to all participants in the CDCFIB 2025 recruitment exercise.

EducationNGR also notes that this online system strengthens the credibility of the selection process and minimizes malpractice risks.

Federal University Lokoja fulokoja
FULOKOJA Opens Portal Accommodation Fee Payment 2025/2026

The Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has commenced the payment process for hostel accommodation fees for the 2025/2026 academic year. The Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Isah Yinusa, issued an official notice on 10 November 2025, urging both new and returning students to follow the approved procedures for secure hostel allocation.

Official Clearance and Payment Steps

Students must first obtain clearance from the Dean of Students’ Office before making any payment. Payments made without official clearance will not guarantee a hostel bed space.

  • Clearance must be completed at the Dean of Students’ Office.
  • After clearance, payments must be made through direct bank teller deposits into the university’s official accommodation account.
  • Account details are provided by the Dean’s Office after clearance.
  • Note: Online transfers, mobile app transactions, or POS payments will not be accepted and will be considered invalid.

Verification and Hostel Allocation

  • After completing payment, students must return to the Dean of Students’ Office with the original teller slip as proof of payment.
  • This proof is required for final hostel registration and room assignment.
  • Failure to follow the procedure may result in loss of hostel accommodation for the session.

Prof. Yinusa advised all students to act early, adhere to the outlined steps, and keep all receipts safe to ensure a smooth allocation process.

EducationNGR also highlights that this system has been made compulsory to ensure transparency and prevent fraud or unofficial transactions.

Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, FUNAAB
FUNAAB Matriculation Ceremony and 13th Commencement Lecture 2025/2026

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has officially scheduled the Matriculation Ceremony for the 2025/2026 Academic Session, alongside the 13th Commencement Lecture, to hold at the Professor Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.

Academic Gowns and Caps

  • All matriculants are required to wear academic gowns.
  • Gowns and caps can be collected from the Colleges starting Monday, 17 November 2025.
  • Return deadline: Monday, 24 November 2025, by 12 noon.
  • Fines:
    • Late return: N20,000
    • Lost gown or cap: N30,000

Requirements for Collection

Matriculants must present and submit a photocopy of evidence of payment of school fees for the 2025/2026 session at the College Office before collecting their gowns or caps.

Ceremony Details

  • Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Seating: Matriculants should be seated by 9:30 a.m. as all entrances will be blocked once the Vice-Chancellor’s Procession begins.

Matriculation Oath

Matriculation is incomplete without signing the Matriculation Oath online. Failure to do so means the individual is not yet officially a student of FUNAAB.

EducationNGR also notes that adherence to these guidelines is mandatory to ensure a smooth and orderly matriculation event.

Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE)
FUOYE Launches P2E Digital Literacy Empowerment Programme for Female Students

EducationNGR reports that the Centre for Gender Studies at Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has partnered with QEDA, UNICEF, Microsoft, and the Ekiti State Ministry of Education to implement a female empowerment initiative titled Partnership of Earning (P2E).

About the P2E Initiative

The programme will run virtually throughout November and provides free training in Digital Literacy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for FUOYE female students. The training is designed to equip participants with practical AI digital skills relevant to global opportunities. Students can participate using mobile phones, laptops, or other digital devices from anywhere.

Training Focus

Participants will receive instruction on:

  • AI Foundation
  • Generative AI

Training will be facilitated by the Quality Education Development Associates (QEDA) team. At the end of the programme, participants will receive certificates authorized by Microsoft, UNICEF, and the Federal Ministry of Education.

Registration and Course Access

To register, visit: bit.ly/EKITIUNIP2E25

After registration, participants will receive an email with links to the three AI courses. Upon completion, certificates must be downloaded and uploaded via this link: forms.gle/n8uymxiG3HtTMhbE9

Guidance Videos

FUOYE has provided YouTube tutorials to guide students through the registration and course process:

The P2E initiative underscores FUOYE’s commitment to bridging the gender digital divide and empowering female students with cutting-edge skills for the digital economy.

Federal University Lokoja fulokoja
FULOKOJA Releases 2025/2026 Academic Calendar

The management of Federal University of Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has published the official academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, detailing registration, lectures, examinations, and breaks for both new and returning students.

First Semester for New and Returning Students

Registration for New Students

  • Dates: Monday, 10 November – Friday, 28 November 2025
  • Duration: 3 weeks

Registration for Returning Students

  • Dates: Sunday, 16 November – Friday, 28 November 2025
  • Duration: 2 weeks

Late Registration

  • Dates: Monday, 1 December – Saturday, 6 December 2025
  • Duration: 1 week

Matriculation Ceremony

  • Date: Monday, 8 December 2025
  • Duration: 1 day

Orientation for Fresh Students

  • Dates: Wednesday, 17 December – Friday, 19 December 2025
  • Duration: 3 days

Lectures

  • Dates: Monday, 1 December 2025 – Saturday, 30 January 2026
  • Duration: 8 weeks

Add and Drop

  • Dates: Tuesday, 20 January – Saturday, 24 January 2026
  • Duration: 5 days

Mid-Semester Break

  • Dates: Monday, 2 February – Saturday, 7 February 2026
  • Duration: 1 week

Lectures Continue

  • Dates: Monday, 9 February – Monday, 23 March 2026
  • Duration: 6 weeks

Semester Examinations

  • Dates: Wednesday, 25 March – Wednesday, 29 April 2026
  • Duration: 5 weeks

Senate Meeting for Consideration of Results

  • Date: Wednesday, 13 May 2026
  • Duration: 1 day

End of First Semester Break

  • Dates: Thursday, 14 May – Thursday, 28 May 2026
  • Duration: 2 weeks

Second Semester for New and Returning Students

Resumption

  • Date: Sunday, 31 May 2026
  • Duration: 1 day

Lectures

  • Dates: Tuesday, 2 June – Tuesday, 4 August 2026
  • Duration: 8 weeks

Lectures Continue

  • Dates: Wednesday, 5 August – Monday, 7 September 2026
  • Duration: 5 weeks

Semester Examinations for 400 Level Only

  • Dates: Monday, 7 September – Monday, 14 September 2026
  • Duration: 1 week

Senate Meeting for 400L Results

  • Date: Monday, 21 September 2026
  • Duration: 1 day

Semester Examinations (All Levels)

  • Dates: Tuesday, 8 September – Tuesday, 13 October 2026
  • Duration: 5 weeks

Senate Meeting for Consideration of Good Standing Results

  • Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
  • Duration: 1 day

End of Second Semester Break

  • Dates: Wednesday, 28 October – Sunday, 15 November 2026
  • Duration: 3 weeks

National Public Holidays

FULOKOJA will observe all national public holidays, including:

  • Nigerian Independence Day
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year
  • Eidul-Fitr
  • Good Friday
  • Easter Break
  • Eidul-Adha
  • Democracy Day

This academic calendar ensures students are fully informed of important dates for registration, lectures, examinations, and official breaks throughout the 2025/2026 session.

PAULES
PAULESI Announces Dates for 2025 Convocation Ceremonies

EducationNGR reports that the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI), based at the University of Ibadan, has officially released the schedule for its 2025 Convocation Ceremonies. The event will celebrate the admission of graduates to Master’s and Doctorate degrees of the Pan African University.

Convocation Details

Dates: Saturday, 15 November 2025 and Monday, 17 November 2025
Venue: International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
Time: 10:00 a.m.

Presiding Officer

The ceremonies will be presided over by Professor Jean Koulidiati, Rector of the Pan African University, representing the Council, Senate, Staff, and Students of the institution.

Expected Distinguished Guests

High-Level Dignitaries

  • Chairperson, African Union Commission
  • President, Federal Republic of Nigeria
  • Commissioner, HRST&T
  • Honourable Minister of Education

Academic Leadership

  • Rectors/Vice Chancellors of partner institutions
  • Directors of sister institutes
Kano State Polytechnic (KANOPOLY)
Kano State Polytechnic Announces Freshers Screening Date 2025/2026

EducationNGR reports that the management of Kano State Polytechnic (KANOPOLY) has released the official schedule for the 2025/2026 screening exercise for candidates seeking admission into the HND, ND, and NCE (Technical) programmes.

The screening exercise will commence on Thursday, 13 November 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The venue is the Academic Department, Central Administration, BUK Road, Kano.

Screening Requirements

All candidates must come with the following documents:

Ongoing Screening Schedule

The Polytechnic has stated that the screening will continue twice weekly on:

Wednesdays and Thursdays

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Important Notes for Candidates

Conduct and Decorum

Candidates are advised to behave maturely and appear decently throughout the screening exercise.

First-Come, First-Served

The screening will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Candidates must write their names on the attendance list upon arrival and wait for roll call.

 

LASUED
LASUED Announces Matriculation Date for 2025/2026 Academic Session

The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has announced the official date for its 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony, a significant event that formally welcomes all newly admitted students into the institution. EducationNGR gathered that the university has outlined a clear plan to ensure a smooth and well-organised ceremony.

According to the management, the matriculation ceremony will hold on Thursday, 13 November 2025, at Senator Oluremi Tinubu Hall, located on the Oto/Ijanikin main campus. The exercise is strictly for all newly admitted full-time degree and diploma students for the academic session.

The university advised all matriculating students to be seated before 11:00 a.m. to ensure proper coordination of activities. While LASUED operates two campuses—Oto/Ijanikin and Odo-Noforija (Epe)—the matriculation will take place exclusively at the Oto/Ijanikin campus.

The event marks a new beginning for freshers, symbolising their official entry into the academic community. It also sets the tone for their academic journey, as the institution encourages them to embrace the opportunities and expectations that come with becoming LASUED students.

University of Lagos (UNILAG)
UNILAG Screening Schedule for Toxicology Freshers 2025

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has officially announced the schedule and guidelines for the mandatory toxicology screening exercise for all newly admitted 2025/2026 UTME and Direct Entry candidates. The screening, which is a key requirement for registration, will hold from Wednesday, November 12 to Friday, November 21, 2025, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the Jelili Adebisi Omotola (Multipurpose) Hall, UNILAG.

EducationNGR learnt that the university is enforcing the process to ensure full compliance with institutional policies for student health, safety, and proper onboarding.

The required documents for the screening exercise include:

  • Candidate’s UTME/Direct Entry Biodata Page
  • Printed evidence of payment for toxicology screening

How to Pay for Toxicology Screening

  • Log into: studentportal.unilag.edu.ng/
  • Use JAMB application number as username
  • Use surname in lowercase as password
  • Follow the onscreen instructions
  • Save and print the payment receipt

The toxicology result is compulsory for the physical screening and full registration exercise scheduled to begin soon.

For enquiries, candidates may contact the Admissions Office via admissions@unilag.edu.ng.

Schedule for Toxicology Test for Newly Admitted Students

1. Wednesday, November 12, 2025

  • Architecture
  • Arts
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Computing and Informatics
  • Creative Arts

2. Thursday, November 13, 2025

  • Life Sciences
  • Basic Clinical Sciences
  • Basic Medical Sciences
  • Clinical Sciences
  • Dental Sciences
  • Social Sciences

3. Friday, November 14, 2025

  • Engineering
  • Health Professions
  • Management Sciences
  • Pharmacy
  • Physical and Earth Sciences

4. Monday, November 17, 2025

  • Education
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Law

5. Tuesday, November 18, 2025

  • Architecture
  • Arts
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Computing and Informatics
  • Creative Arts

6. Wednesday, November 19, 2025

  • Life Sciences
  • Basic Clinical Sciences
  • Basic Medical Sciences
  • Clinical Sciences
  • Dental Sciences
  • Social Sciences

7. Thursday, November 20, 2025

  • Engineering
  • Health Professions
  • Management Sciences
  • Pharmacy
  • Physical and Earth Sciences

8. Friday, November 21, 2025

  • Education
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Law

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Bingham University
Bingham University to Graduate 1,576 Students at 6th Convocation

Bingham University has announced that a total of 1,576 graduates will be conferred with various degrees and diplomas during its 6th Convocation Ceremony, which coincides with the institution’s 20th Anniversary Celebration. EducationNGR also learnt that the announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Haruna Kuje Ayuba, during a press briefing where he reflected on the university’s two decades of academic growth, research advancement, and commitment to innovation and student welfare.

Prof. Ayuba described the milestone event as both a moment of thanksgiving and reflection, highlighting the university’s transformative journey since its establishment in 2005 by the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA). He reaffirmed Bingham University’s mission to produce graduates who are academically sound, skilled, self-reliant, and God-fearing. According to him, “the university now runs 15 Faculties and 63 Departments offering 48 undergraduate and 59 postgraduate programmes.” While the main campus is in Karu, the College of Medical Sciences and Teaching Hospital are located in Jos.

Week-Long Anniversary and Convocation Activities

Prof. Ayuba disclosed that the 20th Anniversary celebration will feature a series of activities, including:

  • A special church service
  • Convocation lecture
  • Project commissioning
  • Photo exhibition
  • Essay competition
  • Sports events
  • Vice-Chancellor’s luncheon and awards

The grand convocation ceremony is scheduled to hold on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the University Chapel.

Breakdown of Graduating Students

A total of 1,576 graduands will be awarded degrees and diplomas as follows:

  • 1,116 Undergraduates
  • 460 Postgraduates

As part of the celebration, the university will unveil a special commemorative publication titled Bingham University @ 20, a 20-chapter book documenting the institution’s growth, innovations, and impact over the past two decades.

Commitment to Academic Excellence and Institutional Development

Commenting on the university’s steady academic progress, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized Bingham University’s shift toward a knowledge-based education model. He highlighted the roles of the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development and various research centres as key drivers of innovation and skills training.

Addressing operational challenges, Prof. Ayuba noted that the university faces issues common in Nigeria’s higher education sector, particularly funding and electricity supply. However, he stated that management has taken proactive steps such as migrating to the Band A electricity category and adopting prudent financial strategies to sustain academic operations and infrastructure development.

On student welfare, he reiterated management’s commitment to promoting both spiritual and academic excellence while maintaining discipline and enhancing support systems for students.

NUC Reforms and Digital Competencies

Prof. Ayuba also commended the National Universities Commission (NUC) for introducing the Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS), which integrate digital competencies and employability skills into tertiary education. He praised the inclusion of new fields such as Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, describing the reforms as timely and transformative for Nigeria’s university system.

Appreciation to the Media

In his closing remarks, the Registrar, Mr. Daburi Bello Misal, expressed deep appreciation to the media for their continued partnership with the university. He acknowledged the role of the press in projecting Bingham University’s achievements and encouraged sustained collaboration moving forward.

The briefing was attended by key members of the university’s management, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Musa Dankyau, the Registrar, Mr. Daburi Bello Misal, the Bursar, Mr. Paul Yaki Yusuf, the University Librarian, Assoc. Prof. Joshua Magoi, as well as Deans and Directors.

FUTES
FUTES-IYIN Announces Resumption Date for the 2025/2026 Academic Session

The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-IYIN), has officially announced the resumption date for the 2025/2026 academic session. EducationNGR also learnt that full academic activities at the institution will begin on Monday, 05 January 2026.

According to the management, the resumption exercise will include screening, registration, and orientation for newly admitted and returning students as the university prepares for the new academic year.

In addition, FUTES-IYIN has confirmed that the university’s student portal—through which students will pay tuition fees and complete all necessary registrations—will become active starting 01 December 2025.