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WAAW Foundation Scholarship
Apply: BMO Foundation College Scholarship 2025

The BMO Foundation College Scholarship is open to fresh undergraduates in Nigerian universities. It supports bright students from Mbieri who need financial help to pursue their higher education. The scholarship removes the pressure of tuition and upkeep, allowing students to focus on learning and building a strong academic record.

About the Scholarship

The BMO Foundation College Scholarship offers ₦450,000 per academic year. This amount covers tuition, books, and accommodation. The award is renewable for the full duration of the undergraduate programme (four or five years) as long as the student maintains a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or its equivalent.

 

 

Students who keep up with the required academic standard will continue to receive funding each year.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following conditions:

  • Must be of Mbieri origin or currently reside in Mbieri.
  • Must have admission into a recognised degree-awarding university or college in Nigeria.
  • Current or returning 200-level students may also apply if they meet the CGPA requirement.
  • Must submit proof of admission, JAMB score, and a one-page essay explaining why they deserve the scholarship.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted through the official BMO Foundation application page.

Applicants should:

  • Complete the online form accurately.
  • Attach a one-page essay, scanned copies of admission acceptance, and JAMB score (as Word, PDF, or JPEG).
  • Submit before the closing date for consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will take a 1.5-hour quantitative and verbal reasoning test. Those who perform well will move on to final verification and award selection.

Application Deadline: 15th December 2025.

Why the BMO Foundation College Scholarship Matters

The BMO Foundation College Scholarship gives students from Mbieri the chance to study without worrying about costs. It rewards dedication and encourages higher learning for young people who want to make a real difference through education.

For details about current opportunities and updates, visit the official BMO Foundation scholarship page.

Venite University
Venite University Announces Resumption Dates 2025/2026

The management of Venite University has officially released the resumption schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session. According to the announcement, Venite University Resumption for fresh students is set for Sunday, 23rd November 2025, while returning students are expected back on Sunday, 7th December 2025.

The Registrar and Secretary to Council, Dr E. A. Agbaje, advised all students to follow the approved resumption dates and related guidelines closely. This will help ensure a smooth start to the new session for everyone on campus.

 

Details of the Venite University Resumption

The notice highlights the university’s continued effort to provide quality education that promotes independence and creativity. Students are encouraged to come prepared for registration, orientation, and other early-session activities once they arrive on campus.

Venite University has built a strong name across Ekiti State for shaping graduates who can lead, create jobs, and contribute positively to national growth. The community prides itself on values of Honesty, Creativity, and Innovation, which guide both academic and personal development.

The management also reminds students to stay updated through the official Venite University website and verified social media channels for details about accommodation, course registration, and other updates ahead of the new academic year.

Venite University
Apply: Venite University Job Recruitment 2025

The management of Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, has announced an ongoing Job Recruitment for qualified candidates interested in academic roles. Applications are invited for various positions across several departments within the university.

This recruitment aims to attract professionals who are passionate about teaching, research, and student mentorship. Applicants must meet the required qualifications for their chosen field and be ready to contribute to the university’s growing academic community.

 

 

Available Academic Positions

Interested candidates can apply for the following roles:

  • Senior Lecturer
  • Lecturer I
  • Lecturer II
  • Assistant Lecturer

Disciplines Open for Application

The recruitment covers a wide range of departments, including:

  • Medicine and Surgery
  • Nursing Science
  • Physiotherapy
  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Physiology, Anatomy, and Public Health
  • Computing Sciences
  • Agricultural Science
  • Accounting
  • Criminology and Security Studies
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • History and International Studies

How to Apply for Venite University Job Recruitment

Qualified applicants should complete the online application form provided by the university. Candidates are required to upload all relevant academic and professional documents before submission.

Every applicant is encouraged to double-check the accuracy of uploaded credentials and contact details, as incomplete submissions may not be processed.

Deadline for Submission

Applications must be submitted within two weeks from the date of this announcement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview stage.

Dorben Poly
Dorben Poly ND & HND Admission Form 2025/2026

Dorben Polytechnic, Abuja invites applications from qualified candidates for Admission into National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time and part-time programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Students who meet the entry requirements are encouraged to apply for available courses in diverse fields ranging from business and communication to science, technology, and engineering.

 

National Diploma (ND) Programmes

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Public Administration
  • Mass Communication
  • Science Laboratory Technology
  • Computer Engineering Technology
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Statistics
  • Hospitality Management and Technology
  • Estate Management and Valuation
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Office Technology and Management

Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration and Management
  • Public Administration
  • Computer Engineering Technology
  • Journalism and Media Studies
  • Networking and Cloud Computing
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electronics and Telecommunications, Power and Machine, Control and Instrumentation options)
  • Computer Science
  • Maths/Statistics
  • Hospitality Management and Technology
  • Estate Management and Valuation
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry, Microbiology options)

Admission Process and Requirements

Applicants for ND full-time programmes must apply through JAMB CAPS. A minimum score of 100 points in the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME is required. Candidates who selected another polytechnic but wish to transfer to Dorben Polytechnic can request a change of institution through the JAMB Portal.

JAMB CAPS Registration Steps

  • Create a JAMB CAPS account
  • Link your email and phone number to your JAMB profile
  • Check your admission status regularly on the portal

Once admitted, candidates must accept the offer on JAMB CAPS, print the admission letter, and present it at the Dorben Polytechnic Admission Office along Garam-Bwari Road for verification.

Registration and Documentation

Successful candidates will complete registration with the following documents:

HND candidates below 30 years of age admitted on a full-time basis will be eligible for NYSC mobilisation after graduation.

General Admission Requirements

For National Diploma (ND):

  • Five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics
  • Minimum of 100 JAMB UTME points (ND full-time only)

For Higher National Diploma (HND):

  • National Diploma in a related field with at least a Lower Credit from a recognised polytechnic
  • Five O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
  • One-year industrial training experience

Special Considerations

The management has approved a 20% tuition scholarship for:

  • Military and paramilitary personnel recommended by their offices
  • Female students enrolled in Science and Engineering programmes

How to Apply for Dorben Polytechnic Admission

Application forms are available at the Admission Office on the main campus, Garam. Applicants should collect the form, complete it, and submit it with all required documents.

Management may review admission procedures in line with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) guidelines.

For enquiries, visit the Dorben Polytechnic official website, send an email to abupoly@yahoo.ca, or call +234 805 512 5077, +234 803 597 8179, or +234 803 210 2276.

AFIT, Kaduna Air Force Institute of Technology
AFIT HND & Pre-HND Admission Lists 2025/2026 Out

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has released the HND and Pre-HND Admission Lists for the 2025/2026 academic session. The published lists contain the names of candidates offered provisional admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) and Pre-HND programmes at the institute.

All applicants who participated in the admission process can now check their status online to confirm whether they have been offered a place in their chosen course.

 

 

How to Check AFIT HND and Pre-HND Admission Lists

Candidates can check their admission status online through the official AFIT portal.

To access the admission list, visit the AFIT HND and Pre-HND Admission Lists page. Alternatively, you can log in to the AFIT Student Portal using your admission number and default password.

After confirming admission, each candidate should follow the registration guidelines carefully to complete all necessary processes.

Registration Instructions for Admitted Students

Admitted students must provide the required documents during registration. These documents are needed for verification and proper record-keeping by the institute.

Required Documents

  • JAMB ND admission letter
  • Original National Diploma (ND) result
  • O’Level result(s) with result checker(s)
  • Proof of payment for acceptance fee
  • Proof of payment for school fees
  • Medical report form(s)
  • Birth certificate or age declaration
  • Certificate of origin (state or local government)
  • Letter of good conduct from a parent or guarantor

All documents should be complete and neatly arranged to prevent any delay during the registration exercise. Students are encouraged to start registration early to allow enough time for verification.

Nnamdi Azikiwe University UNIZIK
See UNIZIK School Fees Payment Schedule 2025/2026

Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) school fees schedule for fresh and stale regular undergraduate students for the 2025/2026 academic session.

UNIZIK School Fees

The management of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has published the amounts to be paid as school fees by the new and returning regular undergraduate students for the 2020/2021 academic session.

 

 

UNIZIK School Fees Schedule

According to the schedule published by UNIZIK management, new students fees ranges between Ninty Five Thousand Naira (N95,000) and One Hundred and two thousand naira (N102,000) depending on the course of study. While returning students fees ranges between Twenty-five thousand three hundred (N25,300) and Fifty-three thousand naira (N53,000), depending on the course of study.

University of Nigeria UNN
UNN 1st Batch Merit Admission List for 2025/2026 Out

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has released the official Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session. The list includes the names of candidates offered provisional admission into various undergraduate programmes at the university.

All candidates who took part in the UNN post-UTME screening exercise can now check their admission status online to confirm whether they have been offered a place.

 

 

How to Check the UNN Admission List

The primary admission list is available online for easy access. Candidates can download the full list of admitted students by visiting the UNN Admission List PDF.

Alternatively, applicants can log in to the UNN Student Portal at unnportal.unn.edu.ng using their JAMB registration number to confirm their admission details directly.

What to Do After Checking the UNN Admission List

Candidates who have been offered admission should complete the following steps to finalise their acceptance.

1. Upload O’Level Results to JAMB Portal

Visit a JAMB-approved CBT Centre to upload your O’Level results. Submit proof of upload and your admission status printout from JAMB CAPS to the Admissions Office at UNN. This process must be completed before proceeding with registration.

2. Accept Admission on JAMB CAPS

Log in to the JAMB CAPS Portal and click “Accept Admission.” Candidates who fail to do this will not receive their JAMB Admission Letter.

3. Generate and Pay the Acceptance Fee

Log in to the UNN Portal using your JAMB registration number to generate a payment invoice. The acceptance fee is ₦30,000, payable at any commercial bank or UNN Microfinance Bank. Ensure you collect a confirmation slip showing your Confirmation Number and Invoice Number after payment.

4. Print the Admission Slip and Complete Acceptance Form

After payment, return to the portal to print your admission slip and fill out the acceptance form online. Keep printed copies for record purposes.

5. Proceed With Registration and Other Payments

Follow all instructions on the University of Nigeria official website for course registration, hostel allocation, and other necessary payments.

Important Information for Admitted Students

All admissions are provisional. If it is later discovered that a candidate does not meet the minimum entry requirements as set by the Senate of the University, the offer of admission will be withdrawn — even if the candidate has reached final year. Details of these requirements can be found in the JAMB Brochure.

University of Nigeria UNN
Apply: UNN Shopping/Change of Course Form 2025/2026

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has opened the Shopping/Change of Course process for the 2025/2026 academic session. This opportunity allows candidates who selected UNN as their first choice in the 2025/2026 UTME but have not been offered admission to apply for available courses across different faculties.

Applicants must have scored a minimum of 160 in both the UTME and Post-UTME, with an average score of at least 160, to qualify for consideration.

 

 

Available Courses for UNN Shopping/Change of Course

The University has announced a list of courses with available slots across various faculties. Below are the courses and their respective openings.

Faculty of Arts

  • Archaeology and Heritage Studies – 85 slots
  • Combined Arts – 60 slots
  • Fine Arts – 12 slots
  • English and Literary Studies – 35 slots
  • History and International Relations – 27 slots
  • Igbo Linguistics and Other Nigerian Languages – 68 slots
  • Linguistics – 16 slots
  • Music – 15 slots
  • Tourism and Hospitality Studies – 42 slots
  • French – 21 slots
  • German – 4 slots
  • Russian – 16 slots

Faculty of Agriculture

  • Agricultural Economics – 73 slots
  • Agribusiness – 54 slots
  • Animal Science – 44 slots
  • Agricultural Extension – 72 slots
  • Crop Science – 63 slots
  • Food Science and Technology – 27 slots
  • Home Science and Management – 11 slots
  • Nutrition and Dietetics – 25 slots
  • Aquaculture and Marine Studies – 129 slots
  • Soil Sciences – 41 slots

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

  • Anatomy – 13 slots
  • Physiology – 16 slots

Faculty of Biological Sciences

  • Biochemistry – 52 slots
  • Combined Biological Sciences – 32 slots
  • Plant Science and Biotechnology – 118 slots
  • Microbiology – 21 slots
  • Zoology and Environmental Biology – 124 slots

Faculty of Business Administration

  • Business Management – 20 slots
  • Marketing – 100 slots
  • Banking and Finance – 23 slots

Faculty of Education

  • Adult Education – 48 slots
  • Guidance and Counselling – 32 slots
  • Creative Arts – 3 slots
  • Early Childhood Education – 9 slots
  • Education Biology – 5 slots
  • Education Integrated Science – 36 slots
  • Education Political Science – 7 slots
  • Education Economics – 10 slots
  • Education Social Studies – 31 slots
  • Education English – 3 slots
  • Education Igbo – 10 slots
  • Education Fine Arts – 10 slots
  • Education History – 9 slots
  • Education Music – 16 slots
  • Education Chemistry – 26 slots
  • Education Mathematics – 36 slots
  • Education Physics – 36 slots
  • Education Social Science – 28 slots
  • Education Arts – 13 slots
  • Health Education – 13 slots
  • Physical Education – 61 slots

Faculty of Engineering

  • Biomedical Engineering – 7 slots
  • Civil Engineering – 7 slots
  • Materials and Metallurgical Engineering – 19 slots
  • Mechatronics – 8 slots

Faculty of Environmental Studies

  • Estate Management – 23 slots
  • Geoinformatics and Surveying – 9 slots
  • Urban and Regional Planning – 51 slots

Faculty of Physical Sciences

  • Geology – 25 slots
  • Combined Physical Sciences – 70 slots
  • Mathematics – 40 slots
  • Statistics – 30 slots
  • Science Laboratory Technology – 12 slots
  • Physics and Astronomy – 76 slots
  • Pure and Industrial Chemistry – 46 slots

Faculty of Social Sciences

  • Economics – 19 slots
  • Combined Social Sciences – 140 slots
  • Geography – 40 slots
  • Philosophy – 71 slots
  • Political Science – 21 slots
  • Psychology – 42 slots
  • Public Administration and Local Government – 15 slots
  • Religious Studies – 75 slots
  • Social Work – 16 slots
  • Sociology/Anthropology – 13 slots

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine

  • Veterinary Medicine – 14 slots

Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education

  • Agricultural Science Education – 54 slots
  • Business Education – 41 slots
  • Computer and Robotics Education – 13 slots
  • Home Economics Education – 40 slots

Application Process for UNN Shopping/Change of Course

Eligible candidates should follow the steps below to complete their application.

  1. Visit the UNN Portal.
  2. Log in with your JAMB Registration Number to generate and download a payment invoice containing a Remita number.
  3. Pay the ₦10,000 Advert/Shopping processing fee at any commercial bank. Ensure the Invoice Number is entered correctly at the bank.
  4. Obtain a confirmation slip containing your Confirmation Number and Invoice Number.
  5. Return to the portal to complete the Shopping/Change of Course form using your JAMB and invoice numbers.

Application opens on Monday, 20th October 2025 and closes on Friday, 24th October 2025.

Candidates must meet the university’s minimum and departmental entry requirements for their selected courses and must have taken the correct UTME subjects during the 2024/2025 JAMB and Post-UTME.

Candidates admitted through this process will not be permitted to register for any other course during the 2025/2026 academic year.

For more details, visit the UNN Official Website.

FUTO
See FUTO Academic Calendar for 2025/2026 Session

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has released the official Academic Calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session. The schedule outlines important dates and events for both the Harmattan and Rain Semesters, helping students and staff plan ahead for lectures, registration, examinations, and holidays.

Students are advised to follow the calendar carefully to stay organised throughout the academic year.

 

 

Harmattan Semester 2025/2026

  • Tuesday, 4th November 2025: New students arrive on campus
  • Wednesday, 5th November 2025: Registration and payment begin for new students
  • Thursday, 6th November 2025: Returning students resume and commence registration
  • 10th–14th November 2025: Week 1 lectures for all students
  • 17th–21st November 2025: Week 2 lectures
  • 24th–28th November 2025: Week 3 lectures
  • Thursday, 27th November 2025: Senate meeting
  • 1st–5th December 2025: Week 4 lectures
  • Saturday, 6th December 2025: Convocation ceremony
  • 8th–12th December 2025: Week 5 lectures
  • 15th–19th December 2025: Week 6 lectures
  • 22nd–31st December 2025: Christmas break
  • 1st January 2026: New Year holiday
  • 5th–9th January 2026: Week 7 lectures
  • 12th–16th January 2026: Week 8 lectures
  • 19th–23rd January 2026: Week 9 lectures
  • 26th–30th January 2026: Week 10 lectures
  • Thursday, 29th January 2026: Senate meeting
  • 2nd–6th February 2026: Week 11 lectures
  • 9th–13th February 2026: Week 12 lectures
  • Saturday, 14th February 2026: 44th Matriculation ceremony
  • 16th–20th February 2026: Week 13 lectures
  • 23rd–27th February 2026: Week 14 lectures
  • Thursday, 26th February 2026: Senate meeting
  • 2nd–6th March 2026: Lecture-free and revision week
  • 9th–13th March 2026: Start of Harmattan semester examinations
  • 16th–20th March 2026: Examinations continue
  • Friday, 20th March 2026: Eid El-Fitr holidays
  • 23rd–27th March 2026: Completion of Harmattan semester examinations
  • Thursday, 26th March 2026: Senate meeting
  • Monday, 30th March 2026: Harmattan semester break begins

Rain Semester 2025/2026

  • 19th–23rd April 2026: Week 1 lectures
  • 26th–30th April 2026: Week 2 lectures
  • 3rd–7th May 2026: Week 3 lectures
  • 10th–14th May 2026: Week 4 lectures
  • 17th–21st May 2026: Week 5 lectures
  • 24th–28th May 2026: Week 6 lectures
  • Thursday, 28th May 2026: Senate meeting
  • 1st–5th June 2026: Week 7 lectures
  • 8th–12th June 2026: Week 8 lectures
  • 15th–19th June 2026: Week 9 lectures
  • 22nd–26th June 2026: Week 10 lectures
  • Thursday, 25th June 2026: Senate meeting
  • 29th June–3rd July 2026: Week 11 lectures
  • 6th–10th July 2026: Week 12 lectures
  • 13th–17th July 2026: Week 13 lectures
  • 20th–24th July 2026: Week 14 lectures
  • 27th–31st July 2026: Revision week
  • Thursday, 30th July 2026: Senate meeting
  • 3rd–7th August 2026: Start of Rain semester examinations
  • 10th–14th August 2026: Examinations continue
  • 17th–21st August 2026: End of Rain semester examinations
  • 22nd August 2026: End-of-session break begins
  • Wednesday, 26th August 2026: Id El-Maulud holidays
Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
Ilaro Poly ND Part-Time Admission List 2025/2026 Out

The management of Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro has released the ND Part-Time Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session. This list includes the names of candidates offered provisional admission into the National Diploma (ND) Part-Time programme.

Applicants who participated in the admission process can now check their status and confirm if they have been offered a place.

 

 

 

How to Check the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro ND Part-Time Admission List

The admission list is available online and can be viewed on any device that supports PDF files. To find your name, visit the link below:

Download the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro ND Part-Time Admission List (1st Batch)

All candidates admitted into the ND Part-Time programme should note that they are not eligible for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Instead, successful graduates will receive a Certificate of Exclusion from NYSC.

Next Steps for Admitted Candidates

1. Pay the Acceptance Fee

Successful candidates are required to pay an acceptance fee of ₦40,200 (Forty Thousand, Two Hundred Naira).

Deadline for payment: Tuesday, 28th October 2025.

You can follow the detailed process provided in the official Ilaro Poly ND Part-Time Acceptance Fee & Registration Guidelines.

2. Complete JAMB Part-Time Registration

Before making the acceptance payment, all ND Part-Time candidates must complete the JAMB Part-Time application form. Visit any JAMB office in Nigeria or an approved JAMB CBT Centre to do this.

After completing the JAMB registration, submit the form alongside your O’Level results to the Admission Office at Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro.

3. Proceed with Full Registration

Once payment and verification are completed, students can continue with the registration steps on the official Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro portal.

All admitted candidates are encouraged to read the provided registration instructions carefully and ensure that every required document is submitted