University & Education Roundup: Admissions, Events, and Opportunities

This Week's Highlights

This week in Nigerian education saw a flurry of announcements across various institutions, from admission processes and scholarship opportunities to academic calendars and crucial exam updates. The recurring themes of the week include the ongoing efforts to broaden access to education, improve infrastructure, and ensure student safety and success. Significant developments span from the Federal Government and individual universities, to local initiatives aimed at supporting students and preparing them for the future.

Education Updates

Digital Education and Skills Development: Nigeria and UAE Forge Partnership

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates have announced a significant partnership to boost digital education and skills development. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to equip Nigerian youth with digital skills for the global economy. This initiative is designed to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability.

• What You Need to Know: The agreement will see Nigeria’s Youth Academy partner with the UAE Digital School to increase access to quality digital learning and practical skills training. This partnership will help Nigerian youth adapt, innovate, and produce value through technology.

Nigeria Learning Passport Expands in Borno State, Reaching Thousands of Out-of-School Children

UNICEF announced the enrollment of over 33,000 out-of-school children in Borno State on the Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP) platform. This digital education initiative offers access to quality learning resources via web and mobile devices. The platform includes materials aligned with the national curriculum and resources that can be used by learners, teachers, educators, and parents/caregivers.

• What You Need to Know: The Nigeria Learning Passport hosts over 17,000 teaching and learning materials and has been launched in 21 states, serving over 800,000 users. The UNICEF program aims to support inclusive education in areas affected by conflict.

Enugu State Announces 2025 Scholarship Awards

The Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Board (ESSELB) has launched its 2025 scholarship awards program for deserving indigenes. The initiative, supported by Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, is designed to assist undergraduate, postgraduate, and teacher development pathways.

• What You Need to Know:
  • Undergraduate Scholarship: 500 slots for 100- and 200-level students.
  • Teachers’ Scholarship: 1,000 slots for indigenous teachers pursuing master’s degrees.
  • Postgraduate Scholarship: 100 slots for Master’s and PhD students.

  Application starts November 14, 2025, and deadlines are set for November 28, 2025 (Undergraduate/Postgraduate) and December 8, 2025 (Teachers).

Enugu State Scholarship for Undergraduates and Postgraduates 2025 | Fully Funded

The Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Board (ESSELB) has also announced the scholarship applications for the 2025/26 academic session, covering full tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

• What You Need to Know: Scholarship will cover full tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate students who are enrolled in recognized tertiary institutions.

Admission Processes

University of Ibadan Opens Acceptance Fee Payment Portal

The University of Ibadan (UI) has opened its acceptance fee payment portal for newly admitted candidates for the 2025/2026 academic session. The University has advised all successful candidates to complete their acceptance process within the stipulated deadline.

• What You Need to Know: Payment window runs from November 10 to December 5, 2025. Admitted students must log in to the admission portal using their JAMB registration number and surname to make the payment. Failure to comply before the deadline will result in forfeiture of the admission slot.

UAST Announces Undergraduate Admissions for 2025/2026

The University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ilugh, Benue State, has announced the commencement of undergraduate admissions for the 2025/2026 academic session. Interested candidates are invited to apply and must meet the specified cut-off marks.

• What You Need to Know: Applicants must change their institution to UAST on the JAMB CAPS Portal. Cut-off marks vary: 160 and above for Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, and Complementary & Alternative Medicine; 150 and above for all other programs. Post-UTME screening is required.

UNILAG Announces Toxicology Screening Schedule

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced its mandatory toxicology screening exercise for all newly admitted 2025/2026 UTME/Direct Entry candidates. The screening will take place at the Jelili Adebisi Omotola (Multipurpose) Hall.

• What You Need to Know: The screening takes place from November 12 to November 21, 2025. Required documents include the candidate’s biodata page and proof of payment for toxicology screening. Students are required to log into https://studentportal.unilag.edu.ng/ to make payments.

UNN Supplementary Admission List II 2025/2026

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) released its Supplementary Admission List II for the 2025/2026 academic session. Successful candidates are advised to complete the necessary registration steps promptly.

• What You Need to Know: Candidates must upload their O/Level results to the JAMB portal and change their course of application on JAMB CAPS if required. They must accept their admission on JAMB CAPS before generating and paying the acceptance fee.

FUTO Announces the UAST Post-UTME Form for 2025/2026 Admission

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates who sat for the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME and obtained the required minimum cut-off marks for the available degree programs.

• What You Need to Know: Candidates who wish to apply should immediately visit any JAMB Office or JAMB-approved CBT Centre to perform a Change of Institution to UAST, Ihugh as their First Choice Institution.

AD-CONS Releases 2025/2026 ND/HND Nursing Admission List

Aminu Dabo College of Nursing Sciences (AD-CONS) has released the list of successful candidates for the 2025/2026 ND/HND Nursing programs. Successful candidates can check their admission status on the College Portal and print their admission letters.

• What You Need to Know: Successful candidates are to check their admission status at the college portal: adcons.admissions.cloud. Candidates can contact the College Management on 08039650667 or 07042800003 for further information.

UNILAG ICE 2nd & Final Batch Entrance Exam for 2025/2026

The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), University of Lagos (UNILAG) will hold its 2nd and Final Batch Entrance Examination for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

• What You Need to Know: The exam will be on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 8 a.m. at specified venues on the UNILAG Main Campus, Akoka.

LASU Clarifies Hybrid Learning Model

Lagos State University (LASU) clarified its hybrid learning policy, stating that only 197 of its 4,095 courses are delivered primarily online. This initiative is intended to improve the learning experience for high-enrollment courses.

• What You Need to Know: Students should continue their regular in-person sessions on campus. The narrative that students are being told to “stay at home” for online classes is factually incorrect and misleading.

UNILESA Admission into Newly Introduced Programmes

The management of the University of Ilesa, Osun State, announced the commencement of admission into its newly introduced academic programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.

• What You Need to Know: Candidates who sat for the 2025/2026 UTME and scored 160 and above are eligible to apply. Application is done at https://admissions.unilesa.edu.ng. The deadline for submission of applications is November 14, 2025.

UUTH Announces ND/HND Nursing Form

The College of Nursing Sciences, University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH), has opened its admission process for ND and HND Nursing programs for the 2025/2026 session. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

• What You Need to Know: Candidates must have a minimum UTME score of 170 and 5 credit passes in relevant subjects. Application forms cost ₦30,000. Collection and submission of forms: November 3 to 14, 2025. Post-UTME screening will be held on November 17, 2025.

Academic Calendars

FUTES-IYIN Resumption Date and Fees Schedule

The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-IYIN) announced that academic activities will commence on January 5, 2026. The University has also published the school fees schedule.

• What You Need to Know: The student portal for tuition payment becomes active from December 1, 2025. The total fees for the session are ₦233,500.

FULOKOJA Announces Academic Calendar

The Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) released its academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session.

• What You Need to Know: Registration for new students runs from November 10 to 28, 2025. Lectures begin on December 1, 2025. The first semester exams commence March 25, 2026.

LASUED Matriculation Ceremony for 2025/2026

The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) announced that its matriculation ceremony will take place on November 13, 2025, for full-time degree and diploma students.

• What You Need to Know: The event will be held at Senator Oluremi Tinubu Hall on the Oto/Ijanikin main campus.

UNIMAID Announces Convocation and Golden Jubilee Celebration

The University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) has announced its 25th Combined Convocation Ceremony and Golden Jubilee Celebration.

• What You Need to Know: The event will be on November 28, 2025. The collection of academic gowns begins November 17, 2025.

Akwa Ibom State COE Announces Matriculation Ceremony, 2025/2026

The Akwa Ibom State College of Education, Afaha Nsit, has announced the schedule for its 2025/2026 Orientation Programme for newly admitted NCE and Degree students.

• What You Need to Know: The orientation is scheduled to hold from Monday, 17th to Wednesday, 19th November 2025, at the Mini Theatre, beginning at 10:00am prompt each day.

UNIDEL Announces Matriculation Ceremony, 2025/2026

The University of Delta, Agbor, has officially announced the date for its 5th Matriculation Ceremony.

• What You Need to Know: The event is scheduled to hold on Friday, 14th November 2025, beginning with an academic procession at 9:00 a.m.

Exam and Registration Updates

NYSC 2025 Batch 'C' Orientation Course to Commence Nov. 19

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the commencement date for the 2025 Batch C Orientation Course.

• What You Need to Know: Camp opens November 19, 2025; registration runs from November 19 to the midnight of November 21, 2025; and the swearing-in ceremony is on November 21, 2025.

Kano Poly Announces Screening Exercise

Kano State Polytechnic has announced the screening exercise for 2025/2026 admissions for HND, ND, and NCE Technical programs.

• What You Need to Know: Screening starts November 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Academic Department, Central Administration, BUK Road, Kano. Candidates should come with necessary documents.

UNN Additional Supplementary Admission Lists II, 2025/2026

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has released its 2025/2026 Supplementary Admission List II.

• What You Need to Know: All candidates should urgently upload their O/Level results to the JAMB portal. Those who were provisionally recommended for courses different from their JAMB applications should change their courses on JAMB CAPS.

KWASU Issues Urgent Notice to Newly Admitted Students

Kwara State University (KWASU) has issued an urgent notice regarding the upload of admission records on the JAMB CAPS portal.

• What You Need to Know: Students must update records by Friday, November 14, 2025, or risk losing their admission.

FUNAAB Notice to All Matriculating Students, 2025/2026 Session

All Matriculating Students are hereby informed that the MATRICULATION CEREMONY for the 2025/2026 Academic Session and the 13th Commencement Lecture of the University will be held at the Professor Oluwafemi Balogun Ceremonial Building on Wednesday, 19th November, 2025.

• What You Need to Know: All Matriculants are required by regulation to wear academic gowns. Academic Gowns and Caps can be obtained from the Colleges from Monday, 17th November, 2025. The gowns and caps are to be returned not later than Monday, 24th November, 2025 by 12 noon.

UNIUYO Faculty of Engineering 1st Semester Lecture Time-table, 2024-2026

The Faculty of Engineering, University of Uyo, has officially released the Draft First Semester Undergraduate Lecture Timetable for the 2024–2026 Academic Session.

• What You Need to Know: Students are advised to check their respective departmental notice boards or the faculty office for their assigned venues.

UNILAG Council of Faculty Presidents notice to students

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a reduction in both faculty and departmental dues following persistent deliberations and negotiations between the institution’s management and the Council of Faculty Presidents-Elect (2025/2026).

• What You Need to Know: For the faculties of Law, Pharmacy, Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), and Dentistry - returning students will now pay a consolidated standalone fee of ₦15,000, reduced from the previous ₦25,000. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦20,000. For all other faculties and departments, the faculty dues have been reduced from ₦15,000 to ₦7,500, while departmental dues have been adjusted from ₦10,000 to ₦8,500 for returning students. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦15,000 for faculty dues and ₦10,000 for departmental dues.

UNILAG Institute of Continuing Education Announces Final Batch of Entrance Exam, 2025/2026

The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), University of Lagos (UNILAG) will hold its 2nd and Final Batch Entrance Examination for the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

• What You Need to Know: The examination will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 8 a.m. at specified venues.

Scholarships and Opportunities

China Pharmaceutical University Scholarship 2026

The China Pharmaceutical University Scholarship offers a fully funded Chinese Government Scholarship for international students seeking medical graduate degrees.

• What You Need to Know: The scholarship covers full tuition, accommodation, health insurance, and a monthly stipend of ¥3,500. Deadline: February 28, 2026.

2026 KMUTNB Undergraduate Scholarships, Thailand

King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) in Thailand is offering undergraduate scholarships to international students.

• What You Need to Know: The scholarship covers full tuition and offers the opportunity to study at one of Thailand’s top research universities. Deadline: January 10, 2026.

Fully Funded University of Manchester Bicentenary Scholarship in UK 2026

The University of Manchester in the UK is offering fully funded scholarships through the Bicentenary Studentships.

• What You Need to Know: The scholarships cover tuition fees and an annual stipend of £20,780 for four years, plus an additional research training support grant. Deadline: January 31, 2026.

British Council GREAT Scholarship, UK- 2026

The British Council GREAT Scholarships offer students from 18 countries the chance to study in the UK.

• What You Need to Know: Scholarships offer £10,000 to £15,000 towards tuition fees for postgraduate courses.

Bode Amao Foundation Scholarship (BAF) For Nigerians | Step-by-Step Process

If you are in search of cash support for your undergraduate studies, apply for the Bode Amao Foundation Scholarship.

• What You Need to Know: The Bode Amao Foundation Scholarship provides support for the full fees of your tuition and will also provide an annual stipend of ₦100,000 until the completion of your studies.

2026 Special Scholarship Program at Kochi University of Technology Japan | Fully Funded

The Kochi University of Technology in Japan is inviting international students to apply for the 2026 Special Scholarship Program.

• What You Need to Know: The Special Scholarship Program offers a sum of ¥1,165,800 ($7,340) for Japanese and international students to pursue postgraduate degrees at the university.

Institutional Announcements

UNN: NELFUND Portal Opens for 2025/2026

The Federal Government has announced the opening of the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) portal for the 2025/2026 academic session. Eligible undergraduate students are invited to apply for financial assistance.

• What You Need to Know: All applications must be submitted electronically via http://www.nelf.gov.ng. For inquiries, students can contact the NELFUND Helpdesk Officer via WhatsApp at 08022610325.

OAU Notice on Gate Access Protocol for the 49th Convocation

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has released a notice on the gate access protocol for the 49th Convocation.

• What You Need to Know: Vehicles without the official University-approved sticker(s) will be subject to a nominal fee of N1,000 per day.

UUMY Workers Suspend Strike

The joint congress of the four in-house unions at Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina, has suspended its industrial action following fresh commitments from the state government to address critical labour grievances.

• What You Need to Know: The unions agreed to halt the strike after constructive engagements with a government committee set up to mediate the crisis.

UNILAG - Student Exchange Opportunity at Bahçeşehir University, Turkey

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), through the Office of International Relations, Partnerships and Prospects (IRPP), invites interested students to apply for the Bahçeşehir University Student Exchange opportunity under the Erasmus+ KA171 initiative.

• What You Need to Know: Eligible applicants must be students from the Departments of Business Administration, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering and Software Engineering. Application Start Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025. Application Deadline: Friday, December 5, 2025

UNILAG Announces Student Union Reduction

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a reduction in both faculty and departmental dues following persistent deliberations and negotiations between the institution’s management and the Council of Faculty Presidents-Elect (2025/2026).

• What You Need to Know: Returning students in the Faculties of Law, Pharmacy, Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), and Dentistry will now pay a consolidated standalone fee of ₦15,000, reduced from the previous ₦25,000. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦20,000. For all other faculties and departments, the faculty dues have been reduced from ₦15,000 to ₦7,500, while departmental dues have been adjusted from ₦10,000 to ₦8,500 for returning students. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦15,000 for faculty dues and ₦10,000 for departmental dues.

ECWA College of Nursing Sciences, Egbe Notice of Convocation Ceremony

The management of ECWA College of Nursing Sciences, Egbe, Kogi State, has announced the date for its Convocation and Prize-Giving Ceremony.

• What You Need to Know: The ceremony is scheduled to hold on Friday, 14th November 2025, at the ICS Hall, Egbe, and will commence by 10:00 a.m.

GOMSU to hold 20th inaugural lecture

Gombe State University, Gombe, Nigeria, will be holding its 20th Inaugural Lecture.

• What You Need to Know: The lecture, titled “The Three-Legged Stool: Rethinking Who Pays for University Education in Nigeria,” will be delivered by Professor Sani Ahmed Yauta. Date: Tuesday, 25th November 2025. Time: 4:00 PM. Venue: Haruna Kadir Rashid Hall, Gombe State University, Gombe.

Legal and Political Affairs

Muslim group sues Edo government over handover of public schools to Catholic mission

The Edo Muslims for Good Governance (EMGG) has sued the Edo State Government over its decision to hand over several public schools to the Catholic Mission.

• What You Need to Know: The group claims the move violates the 1999 Constitution. The case has been adjourned to December 9, 2025.

Reps Halt WAEC’s 2026 Computer-Based Exam Plan, Demand Nationwide Readiness Before 2030 Rollout

The House of Representatives has directed the Federal Ministry of Education and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to suspend the planned introduction of Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for the 2026 May/June school examinations.

• What You Need to Know: Lawmakers cited infrastructure deficits in schools and called for funds to be allocated in 2026–2029 budgets for critical preparations.

Other Updates

Kano State Polytechnic Announces Screening Requirements

Kano State Polytechnic has released the official requirements and schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session ND/NCE admission screening exercise.

• What You Need to Know: The screening exercise will commence on Thursday, 13th November, 2025. Candidates should come with required documents like Declaration of Age/Birth Certificate, NIN Slip, and others, and dress and conduct themselves appropriately.

PAULESI 2025 Convocation Ceremonies

The Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (PAULESI), located at the University of Ibadan, announces its 2025 Convocation Ceremonies.

• What You Need to Know: The event is scheduled for November 15 and November 17, 2025, at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan.

UNILAG: Council of Faculty Presidents Notice to Students

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced a reduction in both faculty and departmental dues following deliberations between the institution’s management and the Council of Faculty Presidents-Elect (2025/2026).

• What You Need to Know: Returning students in the Faculties of Law, Pharmacy, Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), and Dentistry will now pay a consolidated standalone fee of ₦15,000, reduced from the previous ₦25,000. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦20,000. For all other faculties and departments, the faculty dues have been reduced from ₦15,000 to ₦7,500, while departmental dues have been adjusted from ₦10,000 to ₦8,500 for returning students. Freshmen in these faculties will pay ₦15,000 for faculty dues and ₦10,000 for departmental dues.

UNILAG Professorial Chair in Electric Power Engineering 2025

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) invites applications for the Engr. Seke Somolu Professorial Chair in Electric Power Engineering.

• What You Need to Know: The deadline for application is Friday, December 19, 2025.

UNN Notice to UTME Candidates

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has released an urgent notice to UTME candidates regarding the admission exercise.

• What You Need to Know: Candidates provisionally admitted in courses other than those they applied for should urgently access JAMB CAPS to make the course change. The deadline is before noon on Monday, November 17, 2025.

FUTA - FUTECH announces commencement date and fee schedule for new students, 2025/2026

The management of the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti,hereby informs all prospective students offered admission that academic activities, including screening, registration, and orientation, will commence on Monday, 05 January 2026.

• What You Need to Know: The total fee is ₦233,500.00 through Remita, with options of full or semester payment plan. The university student portal will become active with effect from 01 December 2025.

Looking Ahead

As the academic year progresses, students and parents should keep a close eye on important deadlines and upcoming events. The University of Ibadan and other institutions have crucial deadlines for acceptance fees, which must be met, and a few universities have announced their matriculation dates. Be sure to follow official announcements from your respective schools and plan accordingly.