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Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa FPN
See Fed Poly Nasarawa 2026 For 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony Date

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa has announced the date for its 2025/2026 academic session matriculation ceremony.

A statement issued by the Office of the Dean of Students Affairs confirmed that the ceremony will take place on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, with details of the reporting time, venue and commencement point of the academic procession clearly outlined.

EducationNGR gathered that the announcement serves as formal notice to staff and students of the institution.

Matriculation Date And Reporting Time

The matriculation ceremony has been scheduled as follows:

  • Date: Tuesday, 24 February 2026

  • Time: 9:00 a.m. (prompt start)

Matriculating students are required to be seated by 8:30 a.m. Late arrival may affect seating arrangements and the order of proceedings.

Venue For The Ceremony

The event will hold at:

  • Twin Theatre, by the ICT Building

Students are advised to locate the venue ahead of time to avoid confusion on the day of the ceremony.

Academic Procession Starting Point

The academic procession will commence from:

  • Centre of Flexible Skills

From this point, members of the academic procession will move to the ceremony venue before proceedings begin.

Invitation To The Polytechnic Community

The Rector, on behalf of the Academic Board, has invited members of the polytechnic community to witness the matriculation ceremony. The notice formally calls on staff and students to participate in the event.

Summary Of Key Details

Item Details
Institution Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa
Event 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony
Date Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Start Time 9:00 a.m.
Seating Time 8:30 a.m.
Venue Twin Theatre, by the ICT Building
Procession Starting Point Centre of Flexible Skills
NYSC
See NYSC 2026 Batch “A” Stream II Mobilisation Timetable

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has published the official mobilisation timetable for the 2026 Batch “A” Stream II service year.

The schedule outlines key activities for prospective corps members (PCMs) and corps producing institutions (CPIs). While several stages are marked as “Not applicable”, the date for the orientation course is yet to be announced.

EducationNGR understands that candidates are advised to monitor updates closely, as all listed dates remain tentative.

Key Activities And Dates

Briefing Of Final Year Students/PCMs In Corps Producing Institutions

  • Date: 23 February to 27 March 2026

Uploading Of Senate/Academic Board Approved Results And Revalidation Lists By CPIs

  • Date: Not applicable

Submission Of Hard Copies Of Approved Results And Revalidation Lists By CPIs

  • Date: Not applicable

Online Registration By Foreign And Locally Trained Graduates

  • Date: Not applicable

Pre-Camp Physical Verification Of Credentials (Foreign-Trained Graduates)

  • Date: 24 to 28 March 2026

Action By ICT Department

  • Date: 9 to 17 April 2026

Online Printing Of Deployment By CPIs / Delivery Of Physical Call-Up Letters

  • Date: 19 to 21 April 2026

Notification And Printing Of Call-Up Letters By PCMs

  • Date: 19 to 21 April 2026

2026 Batch “A” Stream II Orientation Course

  • Date: Not yet announced

Important Note To Candidates

All dates provided in the timetable are provisional. Prospective corps members are encouraged to keep checking official updates as the mobilisation process progresses.

Candidates are also advised to ensure that their details are correctly uploaded by their institutions and to prepare necessary documents ahead of verification and registration stages.

Summary Of Key Details

Item Details
Scheme National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
Batch 2026 Batch “A” Stream II
Briefing Period 23 February – 27 March 2026
Pre-Camp Verification 24 – 28 March 2026
ICT Department Action 9 – 17 April 2026
Call-Up Letter Printing 19 – 21 April 2026
Orientation Course Not yet announced
Status Of Dates Tentative
KSP
See Kogi State Polytechnic 2nd Semester Resumption Date 2025/2026

Kogi State Polytechnic has announced that the Second Semester of the 2025/2026 academic session will resume on 27 February 2026.

The notice, addressed to both staff and students of the institution, also outlined when academic activities for the semester will formally begin.

EducationNGR reports that members of the polytechnic community are expected to comply strictly with the approved academic schedule.

Second Semester Resumption Date

According to the institution, the resumption date for the Second Semester is:

  • 27 February 2026

All students and staff are expected to return to campus on that date in preparation for the new semester.

Commencement Of Academic Activities

The polytechnic further stated that academic activities will officially commence on:

  • 2 March 2026

This marks the beginning of lectures and other academic engagements for the semester. Students are therefore advised to make adequate arrangements to meet up with the timetable.

Advisory To Students

Students have been urged to take note of both the resumption date and the commencement of academic activities. Compliance with the announced schedule is expected to ensure a smooth academic session.

Summary Of Key Details

Item Details
Institution Kogi State Polytechnic
Semester Second Semester, 2025/2026 Session
Resumption Date 27 February 2026
Academic Activities Begin 2 March 2026
Notice Addressed To Staff and Students
University of Nigeria UNN
UNN Fixes 7 March 2026 For 52nd Matriculation Ceremony

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has announced that its 52nd Matriculation Ceremony will take place on Saturday, 7 March 2026.

The university disclosed that the event is scheduled to begin at 10:00 am, with ceremonies holding simultaneously across faculties and campuses.

EducationNGR gathered that each faculty will conduct the matriculation exercise at its designated venue, rather than at a central location.

Date, Time And Venues

The details released by the university are as follows:

  • Date: Saturday, 7 March 2026

  • Time: 10:00 am

  • Venue: Various faculties across all UNN campuses

This arrangement means that newly admitted students will attend the ceremony within their respective faculties.

Important Notice To Freshmen

Freshmen have been advised to confirm their specific faculty venue with faculty officers ahead of the ceremony. Early confirmation is expected to prevent confusion or delays on the matriculation day.

Students are encouraged to make necessary preparations in line with their faculty’s directives.

Summary Of Key Details

Item Details
Institution University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
Event 52nd Matriculation Ceremony
Date Saturday, 7 March 2026
Time 10:00 am
Venue Faculty-designated venues across UNN campuses
Advisory Freshmen should confirm venue with faculty officers
University of Delta
UNIDEL Fixes Date for 2026 For Maiden Convocation Ceremony

The management of the University of Delta (UNIDEL), Agbor, has announced Saturday, 21 February 2026 as the date for its maiden convocation ceremony.

The announcement was conveyed in a circular signed by the Registrar, Richmond Omagbemi (Esq), outlining key activities and directives for members of the university community.

EducationNGR gathered that all stakeholders are expected to strictly adhere to the guidelines provided for the smooth conduct of the ceremony.

Academic Procession: Time And Requirements

The grand finale of the convocation will commence with an academic procession at 9:00 a.m.

All members of the University Council, Senate and Congregation are required to participate in the procession and must be fully dressed in approved academic gowns.

Collection Of Academic Gowns

Faculty officers have been directed to collect academic gowns for graduating students from the Central Stores on Wednesday, 19 February 2026, by 12 noon.

They are also expected to ensure that graduating students maintain proper conduct throughout the duration of the ceremony.

Misconduct And Penalties

The university has cautioned that any act of misconduct capable of bringing the institution into disrepute will attract stiff penalties, in accordance with the university’s rules and regulations.

Message To The University Community

The management extended its goodwill to members of the university community, wishing them a successful and memorable maiden convocation ceremony.

Summary Of Important Details

Item Details
Institution University of Delta (UNIDEL), Agbor
Event Maiden Convocation Ceremony
Date 21 February 2026
Academic Procession 9:00 a.m.
Gown Collection Date 19 February 2026 (by 12 noon)
Participants in Procession Council, Senate and Congregation
Misconduct Policy Subject to university rules and penalties
University of Ibadan, UI
See UI 2025/2026 Academic Calendar For Undergraduate Students

The University of Ibadan (UI) has released its approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. The schedule covers registration, orientation, lectures, continuous assessment, and examinations for both new and returning undergraduate students.

EducationNGR notes that the calendar provides clear dates for on-campus activities, online sessions, and faculty-specific examinations.

First Semester Schedule

New Students: Registration, Orientation, Resumption

  • Online Registration: Monday, 19 January 2026

  • Virtual Orientation: Monday, 19 January – Tuesday, 20 January 2026

  • Virtual Lectures: Wednesday, 21 January – Friday, 27 February 2026

  • Physical Resumption: Monday, 2 March 2026

  • Physical Orientation: Tuesday, 3 March – Wednesday, 4 March 2026

Returning Students: Resumption and Registration

  • Physical Resumption & Online Registration: Thursday, 5 March 2026

Matriculation Ceremony

  • Date: Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Teaching, Revision, and Continuous Assessment

  • Duration: Monday, 9 March – Friday, 22 May 2026

GES Examinations

  • Date: Monday, 25 May – Friday, 29 May 2026

Faculty Examinations

  • Group 1 (Education, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Technology, Law, Agriculture, Renewable Natural Resources, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Basic Medical Sciences, Public Health, Environmental Design and Management, Basic Clinical Sciences, Nursing): Monday, 1 June – Friday, 12 June 2026

  • Group 2 (Arts, Science, Social Sciences, Economics & Management Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Computing): Monday, 15 June – Friday, 26 June 2026

End of First Semester: Friday, 26 June 2026

Second Semester Schedule

Teaching, Revision, and Continuous Assessment

  • Duration: Monday, 13 July – Friday, 9 October 2026

First Semester Results Processing

  • Processing of Results: Monday, 3 August – Friday, 14 August 2026

  • Faculty Boards of Examiners Meetings: Monday, 17 August – Friday, 28 August 2026

  • Senate Meeting: Tuesday, 15 September – Wednesday, 16 September 2026

GES Examinations

  • Date: Monday, 12 October – Friday, 16 October 2026

Faculty Examinations

  • Group 1: Monday, 19 October – Friday, 30 October 2026

  • Group 2: Monday, 2 November – Friday, 13 November 2026

Results Processing and Approval Meetings

  • Processing of Results: Monday, 16 November – Friday, 27 November 2026

  • Faculty Boards of Examiners (Final & Non-Final Year Results): Monday, 30 November – Friday, 11 December 2026

  • Senate Meetings for Final & Non-Final Year Results: Monday, 28 December – Wednesday, 30 December 2026

Summary Of Important Dates

Event Date(s)
Online Registration (New Students) 19 Jan 2026
Virtual Orientation (New Students) 19–20 Jan 2026
Virtual Lectures (New Students) 21 Jan – 27 Feb 2026
Physical Resumption (New Students) 2 Mar 2026
Physical Orientation (New Students) 3–4 Mar 2026
Physical Resumption (Returning Students) 5 Mar 2026
Matriculation Ceremony 11 Mar 2026
Teaching/Revision/CA (1st Semester) 9 Mar – 22 May 2026
GES Exams (1st Semester) 25–29 May 2026
Faculty Exams (1st Semester) 1–12 Jun & 15–26 Jun 2026
Teaching/Revision/CA (2nd Semester) 13 Jul – 9 Oct 2026
First Semester Results Processing 3–14 Aug 2026
Faculty Boards & Senate (1st Sem Results) 17–28 Aug & 15–16 Sep 2026
GES Exams (2nd Semester) 12–16 Oct 2026
Faculty Exams (2nd Semester) 19–30 Oct & 2–13 Nov 2026
Results Processing & Approval (2nd Semester) 16–27 Nov & 30 Nov – 11 Dec 2026
Senate Meetings (Final & Non-Final Year) 28–30 Dec 2026
Ambrose Alli University, AAU
AAU Announces Induction Ceremony For 19th Set (B) Of Medical Doctors

Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State, has announced the induction ceremony for the 19th Set (B) of qualified medical doctors from the College of Medicine for the 2021/2022 academic session.

The disclosure was made in a press release issued by the university management, confirming the date and venue of the event.

Ceremony Details

  • Date: 18 February 2026

  • Time: 11:00 a.m. (prompt)

  • Venue: International Conference/Students’ Centre, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma

Inductees and invited guests have been advised to be seated by 10:30 a.m. ahead of the commencement of the ceremony.

Guest Lecturer

The ceremony will feature Professor Marcellinus Uchechukwu Nwagu, a Professor of Haematology and Blood Transfusion at Edo State University, Iyamho, as the Guest Lecturer.

EducationNGR learnt that the induction ceremony is open to staff, students, members of the university community, and the general public.

The event marks a significant milestone for the graduating medical doctors as they are formally inducted into the medical profession.

Summary Of Important Details

Item Details
Institution Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma
Event Induction Ceremony
Set 19th Set (B)
Academic Session 2021/2022
Date 18 February 2026
Time 11:00 a.m.
Seating Time 10:30 a.m.
Venue International Conference/Students’ Centre, AAU
Guest Lecturer Professor Marcellinus Uchechukwu Nwagu
Edo State University (EDSU)
EDSU 11th Matriculation Ceremony Date 2025/2026

The Vice-Chancellor of Edo State University, Iyamho, Prof. Victor O. Adetimirin, on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate, staff and students, has invited the general public to the 11th Matriculation Ceremony for newly admitted students of the 2025/2026 Academic Session.

EducationNGR gathered that the ceremony will formally admit fresh students into the academic community of the university.

Ceremony Details

  • Date: 26 February 2026

  • Time: 11:00am

  • Venue: Aliko Dangote Auditorium, Edo State University, Iyamho

Guests are kindly requested to be seated by 10:30am to ensure a prompt start of the ceremony.

The event marks an important milestone for the newly admitted students as they officially begin their academic journey at Edo State University.

Summary Of Important Details

Item Details
Institution Edo State University, Iyamho
Event 11th Matriculation Ceremony
Academic Session 2025/2026
Date 26 February 2026
Time 11:00am
Seating Time 10:30am
Venue Aliko Dangote Auditorium, Edo State University, Iyamho
Federal University of Lafia (FULafia)
FULAFIA Announces Orientation Programme For 2025/2026

The University Management of the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) has approved the orientation programme for newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The orientation exercise is designed to familiarise fresh students with the university’s academic structure, policies, facilities, and student support services.

EducationNGR gathered that attendance is mandatory for all newly admitted students.

Venue And Time

  • Venue: 500 Seater Auditorium, Permanent Site

  • Time: 8:00am daily

Orientation Schedule By Faculty

New students are expected to attend only on the day assigned to their respective faculties.

Group A

Wednesday, 18 February 2026
Faculties of:

  • Social Science

  • Physical Science

  • Health Science and Pharmaceutical

Group B

Thursday, 19 February 2026
Faculties of:

  • Life Science

  • Arts

  • Environmental Design

  • College of Medicine

Group C

Friday, 20 February 2026
Faculties of:

  • Computing

  • Management Science

  • Education

  • Agriculture

Important Notice

The orientation programme is compulsory for all newly admitted students, including 100 Level and Direct Entry candidates. Students are required to attend strictly on the date allocated to their faculty.

Summary 

Item Details
Institution Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA)
Academic Session 2025/2026
Event Orientation Programme
Venue 500 Seater Auditorium, Permanent Site
Time 8:00am daily
Group A Date 18 February 2026
Group B Date 19 February 2026
Group C Date 20 February 2026
Eligible Students 100 Level and Direct Entry
Attendance Compulsory
Adamawa State University ADSU
ADSU Announces Orientation Exercise 2026 for Freshers

The Management of Adamawa State University (ADSU) has announced a compulsory two-day orientation exercise for all newly admitted students. The exercise will cover all Faculties across the University’s two campuses, with dates assigned per campus.

Orientation Dates by Campus

  • Barde Campus Faculties: Thursday, 12 February 2026

  • Boni Haruna Campus Faculties: Friday, 13 February 2026

Start Time

  • The exercise will commence at 10:00 a.m. on each day. Students are expected to attend promptly from the start.

Lecture-Free Days

  • Newly admitted students will have lecture-free days only on the orientation dates:

    • Thursday, 12 February 2026

    • Friday, 13 February 2026

Attendance and Registration

  • Attendance is mandatory for all newly admitted students.

  • A register will be provided at the beginning and end of each day to track attendance.

Detail Information
University Adamawa State University (ADSU)
Event Orientation Exercise for Newly Admitted Students
Barde Campus Date Thursday, 12 February 2026
Boni Haruna Campus Date Friday, 13 February 2026
Start Time 10:00 a.m.
Lecture-Free Days Orientation Dates Only
Attendance Compulsory; register provided