University Admissions & Academic Updates: Your Comprehensive Guide

This Week's Highlights

From admission deadlines extended to exam schedules released and controversies brewing, this week in higher education was packed with activity. Universities and polytechnics across Nigeria are gearing up for the new academic year, but not without some bumps along the road. We delve into the key happenings, including new admission lists, extended registration periods, exam controversies, and important policy announcements affecting students nationwide.

Education Updates and Policy Shifts

FG Reaffirms Commitment to Resolve ASUU Dispute

A Long-Awaited Resolution: The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Education, reiterated its commitment to addressing the prolonged issues with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). This is aimed at averting further disruptions to the academic calendar and fostering stability in the education sector.

Key Takeaway: The government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is keen to find a sustainable solution, promising that the new plan will be “actionable and implementable.”

What You Need to Know: The government is determined to finalize a new, implementable agreement with ASUU. This signals a renewed push for lasting peace.

Anambra State Bans Textbook Assignments

A Cost-Saving Measure: Anambra State has introduced a ban on writing assignments in textbooks in order to make textbooks reusable. The announcement was made by the State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, during a workshop for private school proprietors and teachers.

Key Takeaway: The measure is designed to ease financial burdens on families. This will also help to ensure that the resources are sustained over time.

What You Need to Know: The State Government seeks to promote quality education in a sustainable manner and will not tolerate non-compliance.

NOA Condemns Indecent Acts at Sign-Out Parties

A Call for Decency: The National Orientation Agency (NOA) condemned indecent practices during sign-out celebrations. These include writing on the bodies of students.

Key Takeaway: The NOA urged parents and guardians to guide children against actions that could tarnish their family’s image.

What You Need to Know: The NOA is launching a National Values Charter to bring discipline into public life, promoting values like discipline, duty of care, honesty, and integrity.

Nafisa Abdullah's ₦200,000 Reward: An Injustice to the Education Sector

A Disheartening Disparity: The reward of ₦200,000 for Nafisa Abdullah, who emerged World Best in English at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals, has sparked controversy. The comparison has been drawn against the larger incentives given to athletes and entertainers.

Key Takeaway: The author, argued, that the paltry sum is a clear sign of the low value placed on education compared to sports and entertainment.

What You Need to Know: The lack of tangible rewards for academic excellence reinforces a culture that undervalues education, a major challenge to Nigeria’s progress.

Why Your Teen’s Learning Style Could Be Affecting Their Grades

Understanding the Learner: Many parents and teachers often overlook the significant effect of learning style. They focus on effort. The quick win is better alignment between the teen's information-processing style, the school's assessment method, and their revision routines.

Key Takeaway: True improvement lies in aligning study methods with a teen’s learning habits, strengths, and the demands of the exam.

What You Need to Know: Encourage teens to break tasks into smaller steps and to make revision sessions shorter and more frequent. This helps in achieving academic success.

Admission Processes and Announcements

UNILAG Announces Matriculation Ceremony for Sandwich Programme

Mark Your Calendars: The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced that the matriculation ceremony for students admitted into the 2024/2025 Sandwich programme will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025. The event will begin at 10:00 am at the Faculty of Education Auditorium.

Key Takeaway: Attendance is mandatory for all new Sandwich programme students.

What You Need to Know: Ensure you arrive early and in appropriate attire.

Various Universities Extend Post-UTME Registration Deadlines

Extra Time for Registration: Several institutions have extended the deadline for their Post-UTME registration, providing additional opportunities for prospective students to apply. These include:

• Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun (FUHSI): Extended to September 5, 2025
• Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA): Extended to September 12, 2025
• Bayero University, Kano (BUK): Extended to September 7, 2025
• Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK): Extended to September 12, 2025
• Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN): Extended to September 12, 2025
• Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta (FUMMSA): Extended to August 31, 2025
• Sule Lamido University (SLU): Extended to September 14, 2025
• Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun (FUHSI): Extended to September 5, 2025

Key Takeaway: Prospective students should take advantage of these extensions to complete their registration.

What You Need to Know: Act quickly, as no further extensions will be granted by the institutions.

Various Institutions Release Admission Lists

Good News for Applicants: Several universities and polytechnics have released their admission lists for the 2025/2026 academic session, offering provisional admission to successful candidates. These include:

• Lagos State University (LASU)
• Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY)
• University of Cross River State (UNICROSS)
• Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH)
• Federal University Gusau (FUGUS)
• Paul University, Awka (PAU)
• Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)
• Auchi Polytechnic
• Saf Polytechnic, Iseyin
• Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University
• Ogun State College of Nursing Sciences, Ila-Orangun
• Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro

Key Takeaway: Check JAMB CAPS and school portals to verify admission status.

What You Need to Know: Accept or reject your offer promptly, and follow the outlined procedures for acceptance.

Kogi State University, Kabba Post-UTME

Apply now:Kogi State University, Kabba is inviting applications from suitable candidates who chose the institution as their first choice and scored a minimum of 150 in the 2025 UTME.

Key Takeaway:Eligible candidates must have scored at least 150 in the 2025 UTME, have chosen KSUK as their first choice, and pay a N2,000 application fee into the school's account.

What You Need to Know: You can apply by completing the application form via the school's portal and checking JAMB CAPS regularly. No agents are authorized for admissions.

UMYU Post UTME/DE Screening Form

Apply early: Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina (UMYU) is inviting applications from both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.

Key Takeaway: Registration begins August 29 and ends September 25, 2025.

What You Need to Know: UTME candidates must have chosen UMYU as their first choice, with a score equal to or above the cut-off mark for their course, while DE applicants must have valid A’ Level results. Prepare required documents for uploading.

UNICAL JUPEB Admission

An Opportunity: The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has opened its JUPEB admission portal for the 2025/2026 session.

Key Takeaway: The program offers direct entry to 200-level in many Nigerian universities.

What You Need to Know: Apply online before September 30, 2025. Screening begins October 6, 2025.

Bells University of Technology Post UTME

Apply Now: Bells University of Technology, Ota, is accepting applications for its degree programs for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Key Takeaway: Students should apply and create an account on the portal.

What You Need to Know: After submitting, you cannot change your passport photograph and other details. Follow the steps and complete the application process.

Other Admission Notices

Several other institutions have also opened applications for various programmes. These include:

• Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH): ND in Orthopaedic Cast Technology.
• Adeleke University: Postgraduate programs.
• College of Education, Gindiri: Degree and NCE programs.
• Plateau State College of Health Technology, Zawan: Aptitude Test for admission.
• Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE): Postgraduate programmes.
• Sokoto State University: Postgraduate programs.
• Kogi State Polytechnic: Top-Up Degree and HND Conversion Programme.
• Bayelsa State Polytechnic: ND and HND programs.
• Federal Medical Center, Nguru: ND in Nursing.

Key Takeaway: Specific entry requirements vary by institution and programme.

What You Need to Know: Prospective students are advised to check the specific requirements and deadlines for each institution.

Examination and Academic Calendar Updates

AFIT Releases Post-UTME Screening Results

Check Your Scores: The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has released the results of its Post-UTME screening for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Key Takeaway: Candidates can check their results on the AFIT official portal.

What You Need to Know: Print a copy of your result for future reference, as it’s part of the admission process.

IMSU Releases Post-UTME Screening Schedule

Mark your Calendars: The Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU), 2025/2026 Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening exercise will take place from September 16 to 20, 2025.

Key Takeaway: Check your examination slips on the IMSU website from September 1, 2025.

What You Need to Know: The schedule of screening is available online. Bring your exam slip to the venue.

UNILAG Institute of Continuing Education Entrance Exam

Make a Date: Entrance exams into various programs of the Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), University of Lagos (UNILAG) will be held on August 30, 2025, at 9:00 am.

Key Takeaway: All prospective students are to attend their examination venues promptly.

What You Need to Know: Exams will be conducted across all departments offering ICE courses.

Plateau State College of Health Tech. Zawan Aptitude Test

Aptitude Test Alert: The Plateau State College of Health Technology Zawan will hold its aptitude test for the 2025/2026 session on September 6, 2025.

Key Takeaway: You’re expected to pay ₦7,000 and obtain a receipt.

What You Need to Know: Screening for those who chose the college will be held from September 15 to 20, 2025.

FULOKOJA Releases Penalties for Exam Misconduct

A Stern Warning: Federal University Lokoja has released penalties for exam misconduct ahead of the second-semester examinations, which begin on September 1, 2025.

Key Takeaway: Students are advised to adhere to the rules and regulations outlined in the University Student Handbook.

What You Need to Know: Penalties include rustication and expulsion, depending on the severity of the misconduct.

OOU Sets Screening Dates

Screening Dates: Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) will conduct its Post-UTME screening from September 2 to 5, 2025.

Key Takeaway: Only those who registered and uploaded results by the deadline can participate.

What You Need to Know: Ensure you have your screening pass, UTME result slip, and ID.

ASUU Protest Postpones Exams at Northwest University

Exam Rescheduling: Northwest University, Kano, has postponed exams slated for August 26, 2025, due to a planned ASUU protest.

Key Takeaway: Exams scheduled for August 26 have been moved to August 27, while those for August 27 are now set for September 22, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Students should take note of the revised schedule and prepare accordingly.

Makurdi College of Nursing Sciences Post-UTME Examination

Examination Details: The Post-UTME examination for admission into Makurdi College of Nursing Sciences (MCONS) is scheduled for August 29, 2025.

Key Takeaway: Candidates must arrive at the venue by 7:00 AM with required documents. The exam fee is ₦2,500.

What You Need to Know: Bring your online receipt, application summary, and WAEC/NECO/NABTEB PIN. The exam will be computer-based.

Other Important Announcements

Nigerian Student Wins Top Cambridge IGCSE English Award

A Global Achiever: Kenechukwu Oluwanifemi Uba, a student of Caleb International College, Magodo, Lagos, has won the "Top in World" award for Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (Speaking Endorsement) in November 2024.

Key Takeaway: Uba’s achievement highlights Nigeria's academic prowess on the international stage.

What You Need to Know: Her preparation in the school’s language lab was instrumental in her success.

FG, ASUU clash over 2021 agreement

Contradictory Claims: There's disagreement between the Federal Government and ASUU over the status of the 2021 agreement.

Key Takeaway: The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, claims the documents were never signed, while ASUU insists there was a valid agreement.

What You Need to Know: Despite the disagreement, the FG is committed to solving the issue.

FUDUTSE Opens Add & Drop Portal

Course Adjustments: The Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDUTSE) has opened its portal for students to add and drop courses for the second semester of the 2024/2025 academic session.

Key Takeaway: The portal will be open from August 26 to September 2, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Make adjustments before the deadline, as no extensions will be granted.

Nigeria Maritime University Notice

School Fees Reminder: Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, has reminded students to pay school fees.

Key Takeaway: Payment is mandatory to participate in exams starting September 1, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Only those with paid fees will be allowed to sit for examinations.

Sokoto State University (SSU) Postgraduate Admission

Postgraduate Admission: Sokoto State University (SSU) invites applications for postgraduate programs in the 2025/2026 session.

Key Takeaway: Application closes September 30, 2025.

What You Need to Know: All soft copies of academic transcripts should be sent to [email protected]

Apply for Ongoing JIM OVIA Scholarship

Funding for the Future: Applications are ongoing for the Jim Ovia Scholarship for Nigerian graduates and undergraduates.

Key Takeaway: Scholarship are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to contribute to the society at large to improve lives of others.

What You Need to Know: The application deadline for this scholarship is November 30, 2025.

World Bank Group Recruitment Drive

Career Opportunity: The World Bank Group is inviting applications from qualified professionals in Africa.

Key Takeaway: Recruitment for various roles within the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation. (2015)

What You Need to Know: Full-time positions are available for those with a Master’s degree and several years of relevant professional experience. Applications must be sent to the World Bank website.

NELFUND Releases Loans to Borno State University

Financial Aid: NELFUND has released ₦161.97 million in loans to 2,400 students at Borno State University.

Key Takeaway: The program aims to support access to higher education.

What You Need to Know: The initiative expands support to students across Nigeria.

UNN Diploma in Music Admission

Admission Opportunity: The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), invites applications for its Diploma in Music for the 2025/2026 session.

Key Takeaway: Registration commenced August 8, 2025, and is expected to close soon. The audition date will be communicated later.

What You Need to Know: The application fee is ₦5,000.00.

FUOTUOKE Admission Cut-Off Marks

Admission Requirements: Federal University Otuoke has released program-specific cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Key Takeaway: Candidates should check the program-specific cut-off marks to confirm eligibility.

What You Need to Know: Meeting the cut-off marks, relevant O’Level, and JAMB requirements is essential.

Unilag Advertisements for Non-Teaching positions

Job Opportunities: The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is inviting applications for several Non-Teaching Staff positions.

Key Takeaway: Includes positions in the Registry, Bursary, Works and Physical Planning, CITS, Medical Centre, and UNILAG Staff School.

What You Need to Know: Visit career.unilag.edu.ng and submit your application, detailed CV, and other required documents within 42 days from the date of this publication. Apply to the Registrar.

UNILAG Announces Vacancies for Academic Positions

Job Opportunities: The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is inviting applications for various academic positions. The University is recruiting Senior Lecturers, Lecturers I & II, and Assistant Lecturers.

Key Takeaway: Vacancies exist in the Faculties of Architecture, Arts, Basic Clinical Sciences, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Computing and Informatics, Creative Arts, Dental Sciences, Education, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Health Professions, Law, Life Sciences, Management Sciences, Media and Communication Studies, Pharmacy, Physical and Earth Sciences, Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship, and the Institute of African and Diaspora Studies.

What You Need to Know: Apply at career.unilag.edu.ng and submit a detailed CV, and other necessary documents within 42 days from the date of this publication. Send it to the Registrar.

Ogun State College of Nursing Sciences, Ila-Orangun Admission list

Admission is live: Ogun State College of Nursing Sciences, Ila-Orangun’s 2025/2026 admission list is on JAMB CAPS

Key Takeaway: Successful candidates have been offered provisional admission.

What You Need to Know: Accept or reject the admission by sending ACCEPT or REJECT as an SMS to 55019 or 66019.

COOU Post UTME & DE Admission Form

Admission Exercise: Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) is inviting applications for the screening exercise.

Key Takeaway: Registration begins on Monday, 11th August and ends on September 18, 2025.

What You Need to Know: A processing fee of ₦2,000 is required.

FUDutsin-Ma Releases Admission List

Admission List Out: The Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Key Takeaway: Candidates can check their admission status on the school portal.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should accept or reject the offer on JAMB CAPS.

Kogi State Polytechnic Top-Up Degree/HND Conversion Programme

Higher Degree Programs: Kogi State Polytechnic offers a Top-Up Degree and HND Conversion Programme in affiliation with Federal University Lokoja.

Key Takeaway: Provides opportunities for HND holders and Third Class Degree holders.

What You Need to Know: Application fee is ₦20,000, and sales and submission of forms run from August 27 to September 24, 2025.

Lawma Academy

LAWMA Academy Wraps Up 2025 Ummer School: The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has concluded the 2025 edition of its annual Summer School Programme.

Key Takeaway: Pupils from across Lagos acquired hands-on knowledge in waste management and sustainability

What You Need to Know: The event was attended by LAWMA’s Executive Director, Mr. Kunle Adebiyi, alongside other members of management.

Kogi State COE (ATBU affiliated) Releases Admission Form

Admission into 100 and 200 levels: Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa (affiliated with ATBU, Bauchi) is inviting applications for its degree programme.

Key Takeaway: Available programs include Biology Education, Chemistry Education, and others.

What You Need to Know: Obtain your screening form. Contact numbers and Management are provided for inquiries.

AFIT Notice on Deadline for Upload of O'Level results, 2025

Uploading Your Results: The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has set a deadline for uploading O'Level results to the JAMB CAPS portal.

Key Takeaway: All candidates are to upload their O'Level results before August 31, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Failure to upload results will result in disqualification.

FUTA releases penalties for exam misconduct

Student behavior: The University has released penalties for exam misconduct for the 2024/2025 Second Semester examinations.

Key Takeaway: Rules and regulations include, disobedience, cheating and impersonation, which may attract rustication or expulsion.

What You Need to Know: Students must present examination card and the like, before being allowed into the examination halls.

UNN Diploma in Music Admission

Admission into Diploma in Music for 2025/2026: The University of Nigeria, Nsukka hereby invites application from interested candidates for admission into Diploma in Music for the 2025/2026 academic Session.

Key Takeaway: Registration starts August 8th, 2025. The application fee is ₦5,000.

What You Need to Know: Visit the University of Nigeria Website, or our portal (uniportal.edu.ng) to login your phone number, generate and download invoice which contains a remitta number.

Looking Ahead

As September approaches, watch for more admission announcements, registration deadlines, and exam schedules. Stay informed by regularly checking university portals and reliable news sources for the latest developments.