Education Roundup: Admissions, Exams, and Opportunities

This Week's Highlights

Education in Nigeria is undergoing a period of dynamic change, with a mix of both challenges and exciting new opportunities. This week, MySchoolGist brings you the latest updates, from innovative exam preparation tools and admission announcements to vital policy changes and ongoing efforts to improve educational quality. We'll delve into how students are preparing for exams, examine institutional changes, and explore steps taken by the government to improve learning outcomes.

University Admissions and Academic Calendars

Baba-Ahmed University Announces Admission List

Baba-Ahmed University in Sharada Kano has released its 2025/2026 admission list, a significant update for prospective students.

• Key Dates: The academic year begins on September 14, 2025. Registration starts September 15, 2025, and students must pay tuition fees of ₦706,860 per semester, and a matriculation fee of ₦20,000 within two weeks.

What You Need to Know: Admitted students must act quickly to secure their spots by completing registration and fee payments.

AFIT Kaduna Releases Admission List

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in Kaduna has released its provisional admission list for the 2025/2026 session, accessible through the JAMB CAPS portal.

• How to Check: Log in to the JAMB E-Facility portal and check Admission Status under Access my CAPS.
• Action Required: Admitted students must accept or reject the offer via SMS to 55019 or 66019.

What You Need to Know: Prospective students must log into the JAMB CAPS portal to confirm their admission status and take appropriate action.

UNIZIK Releases Post-UTME Screening Formula

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has unveiled its admission formula for the 2025/2026 session, combining UTME and O’level scores.

• Formula: The final score is calculated using a 70% UTME score and 30% O’level score.
• Important Instructions: Candidates must upload O'level results correctly to both JAMB CAPS and the UNIZIK portal to avoid disqualification.

What You Need to Know: Proper result uploads and understanding the scoring formula are crucial for candidates seeking admission to UNIZIK.

UNILAG Teaching Practice Orientation

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) Faculty of Education will hold its Teaching Practice Orientation on September 10, 2025.

• Details: The event will be at the Jelili Omotola Multipurpose Hall B, and the theme is “The Teaching Profession in the 21st Century: Between Theoretical Studies and Practical Realities.” Over 2,170 student-teachers are expected to participate in the 12-week exercise.

What You Need to Know: Final-year Education students are expected to attend the orientation to kickstart their teaching practice.

Kogi State Polytechnic HND Admission List

Kogi State Polytechnic (KSP), Lokoja, has released the HND admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session.

• How to Check: Visit the KSP admission portal, enter your application number, and click Proceed to view your admission status.

What You Need to Know: HND applicants should check their status online and complete the necessary registration steps.

FULOKOJA Diploma Admission Form

Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has announced the sale of diploma admission forms for the 2025/2026 academic session.

• Programmes: A wide range of programs, including sciences, arts, and social sciences, are available.
• Requirements: Applicants must have at least five O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics.
• Key Dates: The closing date for applications is October 25, 2025, and lectures begin on October 27, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Diploma programs offer a clear pathway to degree studies for eligible candidates.

UNILAG Part-Time Degree Admission

University of Lagos (UNILAG), through its Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), has opened admission for part-time degree programs for both the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 sessions.

• Courses: Programs are available across Education, Arts, Sciences, and Social Sciences.
• Application: Applications are online via the UNILAG application portal, with a ₦15,000 non-refundable application fee.

What You Need to Know: This is a great opportunity for working adults and others seeking to earn a degree part-time.

TSU IJMB Admission

Taraba State University (TSU) is selling admission forms for its Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) program for the 2025/2026 academic year.

• Benefits: The program provides a direct entry route into 200 level after one year without JAMB.
• Application: Visit the TSU website and follow the online application steps, paying a ₦5,300 application fee.

What You Need to Know: IJMB is an accepted pathway for students to enter university without taking JAMB.

BSUAST Pre-Science/Remedial Admission

Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (BSUAST) is inviting applications for its Pre-Science and Remedial Science programs for the 2025/2026 session.

• Requirements: Applicants must have at least four O’Level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics/Further Mathematics, Chemistry/Physics, and Biology/Agricultural Science.
• Application: Pay the ₦10,000 application fee and submit proof of payment to the Bursar's Office.

What You Need to Know: The program serves as a bridge into degree courses at BSUAST.

Rufus Giwa Polytechnic HND Form

Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO) has begun admission for full-time HND programs for the 2025/2026 academic year.

• Courses: A wide array of HND programs are available across various fields, from Agriculture to Engineering.
• Application: Apply online and pay the application fee of ₦10,500.

What You Need to Know: RUGIPO offers numerous HND programs for prospective students.

Rufus Giwa Poly Post UTME

Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO) has announced its Post UTME screening for the 2025/2026 National Diploma (ND) full-time programs.

• Eligibility: Candidates must have a UTME score of 100 and above.
• Application: Apply via the RUGIPO student portal and pay the screening fee of ₦2,000 plus administrative and portal charges.

What You Need to Know: Successful UTME candidates can apply for ND programs at RUGIPO.

UNILORIN Secondary School Principal Vacancy

Unilorin Secondary School is advertising for the Principal position.

• Requirements: Candidates must be under 60, have O’Level credits, a Bachelor’s degree in Education or a PGDE, NYSC discharge certificate, and TRCN registration.
• Application: Submit an application letter, credentials, and a CV to the Chairman of the Governing Board by October 6, 2025.

What You Need to Know: The Principal position offers a chance to lead a well-regarded secondary school.

ABUTH College of Nursing Post UTME Screening

The Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) College of Nursing Science, Zaria, has scheduled its Post UTME screening.

• Date: Monday, September 29, 2025, at the Iya Abubakar CBT Centre, ABU Main Campus, Zaria.
• Requirements: Candidates must have a UTME score of 140 or above, have selected the college as their first choice, and have five SSCE credit passes.

What You Need to Know: Aspiring nurses must meet requirements and attend the screening exercise.

UNILESA Sandwich Degree Programme

The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) is inviting applications for its Sandwich Degree Programme for the 2025 modular year.

• Courses: Bachelor of Education courses are available.
• Requirements: Five O’Level credits and a National Diploma (ND) in a related field or a Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE).
• Application: Pay ₦30,000 via the UNILESA admissions portal, and the deadline for applications is September 30, 2025.

What You Need to Know: This program provides flexible options for those looking to earn a degree while working.

UNILESA JUPEB Admission

The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) is offering its Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) program for the 2025/2026 session.

• Benefits: Direct entry into 200 level at UNILESA or other universities.
• Requirements: Minimum of five O-Level credits in relevant subjects at no more than two sittings.
• Application: Pay ₦20,000 via the UNILESA admission portal, with a submission deadline of September 30, 2025.

What You Need to Know: JUPEB is a pathway to 200-level university entry.

DUFUTH College of Health Tech Admission

The David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH) College of Health Technology, Uburu, is accepting applications for the 2025/2026 session.

• Programs: Various programs, including CHEW, Health Information Management, and Environmental Health Technology.
• Application: Admission forms cost ₦7,000, and sales are open from August 25, 2025, to September 15, 2025.

What You Need to Know: This is an opportunity to join the health sector through DUFUTH.

UNIMAID ID Card Policy

The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) requires all personnel to display their official ID cards at all campus entry and exit points.

What You Need to Know: This policy aims to improve security on campus.

UNIMAID Lecture Free Week

The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Faculty of Engineering has announced a lecture-free week from September 8-12, 2025.

What You Need to Know: The break is to allow students to participate in Engineering Week.

UNILAG Post-UTME Screening

UNILAG has concluded its Post-UTME online screening assessment exercise for the 2025/2026 session, noting that candidates involved in malpractice will be disqualified.

What You Need to Know: The university is committed to maintaining the integrity of its admissions process.

Kogi State Poly Resumption

Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has set the resumption date for the 2025/2026 session to September 15, 2025 (new and returning students), with SIWES students resuming December 8, 2025.

• Registration: Registration begins September 15 and runs until October 10, 2025. Late registration attracts a penalty.
• Orientation/Matriculation: October 27-29, 2025.

What You Need to Know: New and returning students should prepare for the new academic session.

FUDUTSIN-MA Screening and Registration

Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDUTSIN-MA) will begin screening and registration for the 2025/2026 academic session on September 8, 2025.

• Requirements: Admitted students must accept admission on their JAMB profile and upload O’level results to access and print the admission letter.

What You Need to Know: Newly admitted students should complete screening and registration according to the outlined procedures.

BOUESTI Admission List

Bayelsa Oil and Gas Institute has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session.

• How to Check: Visit the JAMB CAPS portal to check your admission status.
• Action Required: Accept or reject the admission by sending ACCEPT or REJECT to 55019 or 66019.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should accept or reject their admission offer promptly.

UNIMED Inter-University Transfer

The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, is inviting applications for inter-university transfers for the 2025/2026 session.

• Eligibility: Applicants must not have been out of academic activities for more than one year.
• Application: Register online and submit the application form with supporting documents, including transcripts sent directly to the Registrar.

What You Need to Know: Students seeking to transfer to UNIMED should follow the application process.

Isa Musa Agwai Poly Post-UTME Deadline Extended

Isa Mustapha Agwai Polytechnic (IMAP) has extended its Post UTME application deadline to September 30, 2025, for both HND and Pre-ND programs.

What You Need to Know: Prospective students have more time to apply for admission.

UNIMED Admission List Released

The University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED) has released its first batch admission list for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

• How To Check: Visit the UNIMED website and enter your JAMB Registration Number to check your status.
• Action Required: Admitted candidates have 48 hours to pay the acceptance fee and should accept their admission on JAMB CAPS.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should follow the instructions promptly to secure their admission.

Federal College of Fisheries & Marine Tech. Lagos Admission

The Federal College Fisheries and Marine Technology, Lagos Admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session has been released.

• How to Check: Visit the JAMB CAPS portal to check your admission status.
• Action Required: Accept or reject the admission by sending ACCEPT or REJECT as SMS to 55019 or 66019.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should follow the instructions promptly to secure their admission.

UNILAG Sandwich Programme Matriculation

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has shifted the date of the Matriculation Ceremony for the Sandwich program to September 12, 2025.

What You Need to Know: All admitted students in the sandwich program should take note of the new date.

Gombe State College of Health Sciences & Tech. Kaltungo ND Admission

The Gombe State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Kaltungo has released the National Diploma (ND) admission list for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

What You Need to Know: Applicants should check their admission status.

Misau College of Health Sciences Entrance Exam

The Misau College of Health Sciences and Technology, Azare, has scheduled its third batch entrance exam for September 6, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Applicants who missed previous exams should prepare for the entrance examination.

ABUTH School of Nursing Screening Exercise

The Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH) School of Nursing has announced the screening exercise for September 29, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Applicants into Nursing Science must meet requirements and attend the screening.

Alvan Ikoku Fed. University of Education Admission List

The Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri Admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session has been released.

• How to Check: Visit the JAMB CAPS portal to check your admission status.
• Action Required: Accept or reject the admission by sending ACCEPT or REJECT as SMS to 55019 or 66019.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should follow the instructions promptly to secure their admission.

AFIT Admission List

The Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) Admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session has been released.

• How to Check: Visit the JAMB CAPS portal to check your admission status.
• Action Required: Accept or reject the admission by sending ACCEPT or REJECT as SMS to 55019 or 66019.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should follow the instructions promptly to secure their admission.

LASUED Admission List

Lagos State University Of Education admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session has been released. All candidates who participated in the 2025/2026 Post-UTME of the institution can proceed and Login to their registration portal to confirm their admission status.

• How to Check: Visit https://admission.lasued.edu.ng/login.php to confirm your admission status.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should follow the instructions promptly to secure their admission.

Kano State Poly Part-Time Admission

Kano State Polytechnic has sent admission notifications to prospective applicants for part-time programs.

• Action Required: Check your email inbox and log in to your dashboard to accept your admission offer and print your admission letter.

What You Need to Know: Successful applicants should accept their admission offer and begin registration.

Oke Ogun Polytechnic Admission Lists

The Oke Ogun Polytechnic, Saki has announced that admission into National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) of our prestigious institution will commence Monday 8th September 2025.

• How to Check: Login to the applicant portal: https://portal.tops.edu.ng/candidate/verify to access their admission status and to accept the provisional admission and pay their acceptance fees immediately.
• NB: Acceptance fees payment deadline: 22nd September 2025.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates are encouraged to log in and pay their acceptance fee immediately.

Oke-Ogun Poly Academic Calendar

The Oke Ogun Polytechnic has released the approved academic calendar for the first semester and second semester of the 2025/2026 academic session

• Resumption date for Fresh and Returning HND students: Monday, 8th September, 2025
• Registration for Fresh and Returning HND Students: Monday, 8th September, 2025 to Friday, 19th September, 2025.
• Orientation for Fresh Students (1 week): Monday 22nd September, 2025 to Friday, 26th September, 2025
• Matriculation Ceremony: Thursday, 18th December 2025
• 2025/2026 First Semester Examinations: Monday, 19th January, 2026 to Friday 6th February. 2026
• Second Semester of 2025/2026 Academic Session: Resumption for all Students - Monday, 16th March, 2026
• Second Semester Examinations (3 weeks: Monday, 6th July, 2026 to Friday, 24th July, 2026

What You Need to Know: Admitted students should take note of the important dates in the academic calendar.

Caritas University Post UTME

Admission into Caritas University, Enugu for 2025/2026 academic session is ongoing. Candidates who scored 150 and above in their JAMB/UTME with requisite O'level results from WAEC, NECO or NABTEB and also direct entry candidates are invited for admission into the following programmes.

• How to Apply: Visit http://www.caritasuni.edu.ng

What You Need to Know: No post-UTME exercise is required for admission into Caritas University

Northwest University Kano Examinations Rescheduled

Northwest University Kano has rescheduled examinations slated for September 5, 2025, to September 25, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Students should take note of the new exam dates.

LASUED Academic Calendar

Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) has released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session, including dates for SIWES, teaching practice, resumption, and examinations.

What You Need to Know: Students must take note of all dates in the new academic calendar.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Stanbic IBTC Scholarship for Nigerians

Stanbic IBTC is offering scholarships to Nigerian undergraduate students.

• Eligibility: Applicants must reside in Nigeria, participate in the 2024 UTME with a score of 250 and above, and be enrolled in a Nigerian Federal or State University.
• Value: A scholarship fund worth ₦160M to support 200 Nigerian youths over four academic years.
• Deadline: September 16, 2025

What You Need to Know: This scholarship is designed to support academic excellence and offers financial assistance to Nigerian undergraduates.

Fully Funded Rolls Royce Scholarship

The University of Nottingham, UK, in partnership with Rolls-Royce, offers a fully funded scholarship.

• Eligibility: Applicants must have a first or upper-second class degree in relevant fields.
• Value: The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a stipend of approximately £19,237 per year.
• Deadline: October 31, 2025

What You Need to Know: This is a fantastic opportunity for postgraduate studies in engineering and materials science.

Ohio State University Scholarships in USA 2026 - Fully Funded

The The Ohio State University is offering fully funded graduate assistantships for international students to study in the USA.

• Eligibility: Apply to the Graduate School and the Master of Science in Kinesiology, Sport Management program or to the Master of Arts in Educational Studies, Higher Education and Student Affairs. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for admission into graduate school at the Ohio State University.
• Value: GAs receive approximately $2,682 in a monthly stipend, a full tuition waiver, and the opportunity to serve for two years.
• Deadline: November 1, 2025

What You Need to Know: This is a fully funded opportunity for international students to study at The Ohio State University.

Educational Policy and Reforms

FG Reduces Subject Overload in New School Curricula

The Federal Government announced a comprehensive review of curricula for basic, senior secondary, and technical education.

• Key Change: Subject loads have been capped across educational tiers, with reductions in the number of subjects in each level.
• Implementation: The new curricula will be implemented with strict monitoring.

What You Need to Know: The reform aims to reduce content overload, facilitate deeper learning, and increase relevance to today’s world.

Education for Rescued Chibok Girls

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved N1.85 billion for the education and rehabilitation of 108 rescued Chibok girls.

• Purpose: The funds will support education, vocational training, accommodation, medical care, and overall rehabilitation through 2027.

What You Need to Know: The government remains committed to the welfare and future of the rescued girls.

UBEC Blames Inefficiency for Unaccessed Funds

The Universal Basic Education Commission attributes the failure of some states to access N68 billion in intervention funds to systemic inefficiencies and outdated work plan templates.

• Action: UBEC has revised the Basic Education Action Plan template to simplify access to funds.

What You Need to Know: Improved access to funds will help enhance basic education across the country.

WAEC Announces Full Transition to CBT Exams by 2026