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FUO Students Shine in Nationwide Virtual Political Science Test

Four students from the Political Science Department of Federal University Otuoke (FUO) have brought honor to the institution by emerging victorious in the recent nationwide Political Science Virtual Test, organized by Mobile Classroom App Limited. This competition, held on August 30, 2024, drew participants from universities across the country, testing their expertise in Political Science…

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AHRIMPN HONOURS FUO VICE CHANCELLOR WITH LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE AWARD

The Bayelsa State Chapter of the Association of Health Records and Information Management Practitioners of Nigeria (AHRIMPN) has conferred a Leadership and Service Award on the Vice-Chancellor of Federal University Otuoke (FUO), Professor Teddy Charles Adias. The award presentation took place during a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.  …

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NIPOST TO PARTNER WITH FUO TO FAST-TRACK ITS MAIL DELIVERY SERVICES

The Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST), Bayelsa State branch, has proposed a partnership with Federal University Otuoke (FUO) to enhance the institution’s mail service efficiency. This intention was expressed during a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Teddy Charles Adias, at his office on the West Campus on November 25, 2024. The delegation was led by…

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2024/2025 100-LEVEL ADMISSIONS: DEADLINES FOR ACCEPTANCE AND REGISTRATION. UPDATED!

The University Management congratulates all prospective students who have been offered admission into our programmes. Please note the following important deadlines for the 2024/2025 academic year: Acceptance of Offer of Admission: The deadline for accepting the offer of admission is December 2, 2024. Failure to accept by this date will result in the nullification of…

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APPOINTMENT OF REGISTRAR, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE

  PUBLICATIONS UNIT OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR PRESS RELEASE Ref: FUO/VC/PUB/24/001 20th  September, 2024 APPOINTMENT OF REGISTRAR, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE The Governing Council of Federal University Otuoke, at its 22nd meeting held on September 20, 2024, approved the appointment of Mrs. Andabi Benita Amangi-Edomo, as Substantive Registrar of the University. This followed the recommendation of…

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COMMENCEMENT OF 2024/2025 ADMISSION & REGISTRATION PROCESS

The University is to commence its Admission/Registration process for the 2024/2025 Academic session. Candidates who chose Federal University Otuoke as their First Choice are hereby expected to follow the instructions below for their Admission/Registration: 1.  Candidates are to log in to: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/ Once you log into the website, it will automatically display several tabs. 2.  Check out for the…

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4 POSTGRADUATE ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES READY FOR TAKE-OFF

The Civil, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, and Mechatronics Departments at the Postgraduate School of FUO are ready to commence their respective programmes following a successful visit from the National Universities Commission (NUC) Resource Verification Panel on July 26, 2024. The panel, led by Professor O. A. Olugboji from the University of Abuja, aimed to verify the readiness…

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DIRECT ENTRY (DE) SCREENING OF CANDIDATES FOR ADMISSION INTO THE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE FOR THE 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION.

The Federal University Otuoke invites applications from suitable JAMB DE candidates for Direct Entry Screening Exercise for admission into the University for the 2024/2025 Academic Session. Interested candidates are to be guided by the following information. 1. ELIGIBILITY FOR APPLICATIONThe following categories of JAMB DE candidates are eligible to apply: a. Candidates who selected the…

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RUSTICATION FROM THE UNIVERSITY FOR THE 2023/2024 FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

The students whose particulars appear below have been rusticated from the University for one (1) semester for involvement in Examination Malpractice during the 2023/2024 First Semester Examinations.   S/N NAME MATRIC NUMBER DEPARTMENT LEVEL PERIOD 2023/2024 1. EWA Blessing FUO/19/BIO/11544 Biology 400 FIRST SEMESTER 2. OSAIN Grace Alpheaus FUO/19/BIO/11612 Biology 400 FIRST SEMESTER 3.  …

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NUC PANEL VISITS FUO’S POSTGRADUATE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS

On July 24, 2024, the Federal University Otuoke’s (FUO) Departments of Chemical Engineering and Petroleum and Gas Engineering at the Postgraduate School welcomed a resource verification panel from the National Universities Commission (NUC). This visit aimed to assess the readiness of these departments to commence their postgraduate programmes. Key Points of the Visit: Assessment Goals:…

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POST-UTME SCREENING OF CANDIDATES FOR ADMISSION INTO THE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE FOR THE 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Federal University Otuoke invites applications from suitable JAMB UTME candidates for Post-UTME Screening Exercise for admission into the University for the 2024/2025 Academic Session. Interested candidates are to be guided by the following information.     ELIGIBILITY FOR APPLICATION The following categories of JAMB UTME candidates are eligible to apply: a. Candidates who selected the Federal University Otuoke as their first…

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FUO POSTGRADUATE ORIENTATION: SETTING THE STAGE FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Fresh postgraduate students of Federal University Otuoke (FUO) who gained admission in the 2022/2023 academic session attended a one-day orientation exercise on July 24, 2024, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium on the West Campus. The event, aimed at familiarizing new students with the rules, regulations, and general requirements of the Postgraduate School, was chaired by…

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VC PROMISES ENHANCED COLLABORATION WITH TRCN AT FUO

The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University Otuoke (FUO), Professor Teddy Charles Adias, has pledged a robust working relationship with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) to help the regulatory body meet its primary goal of registering qualified and dynamic teaching staff, particularly graduates from FUO’s Faculty of Education. During a courtesy visit on…

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COMMUNIQUE OF THE 1ST NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE HELD FROM MAY 6-7 2024 AT THE POST GRADUATE HALL.

INTRODUCTION The Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State in fulfillment of one of its core responsibilities to the society resolved to interrogate the current Federal Government policy of fuel subsidy removal in its 1st Faculty of Management Sciences National Conference which held for two days on May 6th and 7th, 2024 at the Post Graduate Conference…

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FUO ORGANIZES A ONE-DAY WORKSHOP ON PLAGIARISM FOR FINAL YEAR STUDENTS

Professor Teddy Charles Adias, Vice Chancellor of Federal University Otuoke, emphasized the crucial role of integrity in achieving academic excellence as he addressed final year undergraduate students at a workshop on plagiarism check orientation and research ethics. The event, held on June 11, 2024, at the Postgraduate School Auditorium, West Campus, aimed to reinforce the…

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CALL FOR ADMISSION INTO THE PRE-DEGREE PROGRAMME FOR THE 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Pre-Degree programme for the 2024/2025 Academic Session.  The pre-degree programme is a one-year intensive foundation programme designed to prepare candidates to successfully sit for the UTME Exam and gain admission into the 100-level of the desired degree programme.   Admission Requirements Applicants into the Pre-Degree…

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CALL FOR ADMISSION INTO THE JUPEB (FOUNDATION) PROGRAMME FOR THE 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme for the 2024/2025 Academic Session.  The JUPEB programme is a one-year intensive foundation programme designed to prepare candidates for an opportunity to obtain a certificate that enables JAMB Direct Entry admission into the 200-level of the desired degree…

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CCE ADMISSION INTO PART-TIME DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION

FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE, BAYELSA STATE CENTRE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION  ADMISSION INTO PART-TIME DEGREE PROGRAMMES FOR 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION   Applications are invited from qualified candidates for admission into the under-listed Part-Time Degree Programmes in Federal University Otuoke, Centre for Continuing Education [CCE] for the 2023/2024 Academic Session: B.A. English and Communication Studies B.A. History and…

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FUO Hosts JAMB 2024 Candidates: A Collaborative Journey in Higher Education

Federal University Otuoke (FUO), renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and technological innovation, played a pivotal role in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) 2024 examinations. The University’s Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Unit, under the able leadership of Mr. Odio Abiobele, Director of ICT, orchestrated a seamless and efficient process for candidates…

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FUO’s MAIDEN VALEDICTORY LECTURE: A Fusion of Glamour and Intellectual Stimulation

Amidst an atmosphere teeming with culture, enchanting choral performances, and a dazzling display of intellectual prowess, the Inaugural Valedictory Lecture celebrating the esteemed tenure of Professor Felicia Edu-Uwem Etim, outgoing University Librarian, unfolded on March 28, 2024, within the grandeur of the Postgraduate School’s Auditorium. During the send-forth event chaired by Vice Chancellor Professor Teddy…

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EXPLORING ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY: Highlights From FUO’S 13th Inaugural Lecture

The 13th Inaugural Lecture at Federal University Otuoke delved into pressing concerns regarding humanity’s impact on the environment, exploring whether our actions will lead to prosperity, decline, or catastrophe. Titled “Environment – Man’s Boom, Gloom or Doom? An Environmental Biology and Toxicology Perspective,” the event held on February 28, 2024, at the main auditorium of…

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WAFUO CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY IN GRAND STYLE – HEALTH WALK, TREE PLANTING AND COMMISSIONING OF DAY CARE CENTRE

The women association of Federal University Otuoke, celebrated the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) with pomp and pageantry on Friday the 8th of March, 2024 with the theme, Inspire Inclusion. The International Women’s Day celebration is a day set aside by the United Nations to celebrate women all over the world. Many organizations organize Seminars,…

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FUO ADMITS OVER 4,000 STUDENTS AT 12TH MATRICULATION

The 12th Matriculation Ceremony of FUO was conducted at the East Campus main auditorium on March 1, 2024 amid pomp and pageantry.  Professor Teddy Charles Adias, Vice Chancellor of Federal University Otuoke, while congratulating   the students admitted for the 2023/2024 academic session for scaling through the rigorous screening and transparent admission process, urged them to…

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VC EMPHASIZES THE IMPERATIVE OF TRANSCENDING DISCIPLINARY CONFINES AT MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE WORKSHOP

Teaching and non-teaching staff of the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, Federal University Otuoke (FUO) experienced a two-day immersion into the realms of Faculty administration and creativity in medical research and grant writing from Tuesday, February 13 to Wednesday, February 14, 2024.   The workshop, a collaborative effort between the Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science…

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First ‘Hallowed Hour’ For The Year 2024 Holds Amidst Mixed Feelings

Federal University Otuoke conducted the January edition of the Hallowed Hour also known as “Okoko Eghalam Egola” on Wednesday 31st January, 2024. The event took place at the University Senate Chamber, West Campus Extension with the Theme: Divine Consolidation, taken from the Book of Psalms chapter 19, verse seventeen. After the opening prayer by the…

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WINNERS EMERGE IN THE FEMALE AND MALE CATEGORIES OF THE VC’S CUP 2023/2024

The 2023/2024 edition of the Vice Chancellor’s Cup, an Inter-Faculty football tournament also known as the ‘VC’s Cup’ sponsored by the Student Union Government (SUG) in conjunction with the Office of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Teddy Charles Adias, witnessed its Grand finale on the 2nd of February, 2024 at the Mini-sports arena, East Campus, Federal…

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REVISED ACADEMIC CALENDAR, FOR  2022/2023/2024 SESSIONS

    S/N DATE ACTIVITY                         FIRST SEMESTER 2023/2024 1 Saturday October 28, 2023 Arrival of Returning Students (22/23 Session) 2 Monday October 30, 2023 Commencement of Registration of Returning Students 3 Monday October 30, 2023 Commencement of Lectures for Returning Students 4 Saturday November 11, 2023 Arrival of 2023/2024 Fresh Students 5 Monday November…

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ADVERTISEMENT FOR SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSION TO FULL-TIME POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES FOR 2022/2023 ACADEMIC SESSION

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for supplementary admission to Full-Time newly approved Postgraduate Programmes for 2022/2023 Academic Session. THE PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE ARE: FACULTY OF EDUCATION: Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS EDUCATION M.Sc. (Ed.) Business Education; MPhil/Ph.D. Business Education; Ph.D. Business Education DEPARTMENTOF HISTORY EDUCATION M.A. (Ed.)  History Education; MPhil/Ph.D. History…

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FUO COMMEMORATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE WITH 11TH INAUGURAL LECTURE

As part of its culture of celebrating intellectual excellence, Federal University Otuoke hosted its 11th Inaugural Lecture on the 29th of November, 2023. The prestigious event unfolded at the University Auditorium, East Campus, and was presided over by the esteemed Vice Chancellor, Professor Teddy Charles Adias. The captivating lecture titled, “Statistics, The Discipline Created by…

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DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY FUO WELCOMES NUC Accreditation Team

The Department of Microbiology, Federal University Otuoke has garnered acclaim for its exceptional receptiveness and organizational prowess, as underscored by an accreditation team from the National Universities Commission (NUC). Professor Nkem Chinedu Awujo, the Chairman of the NUC accreditation team from the Federal University Wukari, Taraba State, conveyed this commendation during the presentation of their…

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NUC Accreditation Team To The Department Of Chemical Engineering Suggests Good Equipment & Requisite Manpower.

The follow-up accreditation exercise by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to the Department of Chemical Engineering Federal University Otuoke in furtherance of its initial steps in 2021 aimed at strengthening the manpower capacity, academic input and output, and infrastructural development of the Department was a huge success. The Team Leader, Professor Chime Thompson while presenting…

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MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE COUNCIL OF NIGERIA COMMENDS FUO ON ESTABLISHMENT OF THE FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCE

A team from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria arrived Federal University Otuoke on the 20th of November, 2023 on an assessment tour of the newly established Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science. Speaking on behalf of the team on arrival in the Office of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Teddy Charles Adias, the Team Lead…

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NUC Accreditation Panel Lauds 4 Innovative Courses in the Computer Science Department of FUO

The inclusion of four new courses in the Department of Computer Science, Federal University Otuoke has been described as a novel and encouraging development. This was disclosed by the Chairman of the National Universities Commission (NUC) Accreditation Panel, Professor Ajaegbu Chigozirim while presenting the exit report on November 21, 2023 at the Chancery, FUO. “We…

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All Programmes In The 4 Faculties Of The Postgraduate School In FUO Cleared For Take-Off

Programmes in the Faculties of Science, Humanities, Management Sciences and Social Sciences in the Postgraduate School, Federal University Otuoke have received positive nods for take-off from the various National Universities Commission (NUC) Accreditation teams that visited the University recently. During their separate exit reports at the office of the Vice Chancellor in the West Campus…

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APPLICATION FOR SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSION FOR THE 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Federal University Otuoke invites applications from interested candidates for Supplementary Admission into the 2023/2024 Academic Session. Interested candidates are to be guided by the following. ELIGIBILITY FOR APPLICATION  Candidates who chose the Federal University Otuoke as their first choice and scored 140 and above in the 2023/2024 UTME and are ready to study any of the…

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FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE APPROVED SCHEDULE OF STUDENT CHARGES

FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OTUOKE APPROVED SCHEDULE OF STUDENT CHARGES SN DESCRIPTION RETURNING STUDENTS (200-500) LEVEL NEW STUDENT (100 LEVEL) FACULTY OF EDUCATION (ART & BUSINESS), HUMANITIES, MANAGEMENT & SOCIAL SCIENCES FACULTY OF SCIENCE, SCIENCE EDUCATION, ENGINEERING FACULTY OF MEDICAL LAB, NURSING & BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES FACULTY OF EDUCATION (ART & BUSINESS), HUMANITIES, MANAGEMENT & SOCIAL SCIENCES…

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Call For Admission into the JUPEB (Foundation) Programme for the 2023/2024 Academic Session – SBS

School of Basic Studies Call For Admission into the JUPEB (Foundation) Programme for the 2023/2024 Academic Session Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into its Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme for the 2023/2024 Academic Session.  The JUPEB programme is a two-semester intensive foundation programme designed to prepare candidates for an opportunity…

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Academic Calendar for 2022/2023/2024 Sessions

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH & QUALITY ASSURANCE Academic Calendar For 2022/2023/2024 Sessions S/N Date Activity FIRST SEMESTER 2023/2024 1 Saturday October 28, 2023 Arrival of Returning Students (2022/2023session) 2 Monday October 30, 2023 Commencement of Registration of Returning students 3 Monday October 30, 2023 Commencement of Lectures for Returning students 4 Saturday November…

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Federal University Otuoke Admits 5,846 Students In 11th Matriculation Ceremony

In a combined matriculation ceremony which took place on Friday, April 28, 2023 at the East Campus, the Federal University Otuoke admitted 5,846 students for the 2020/2021 and 2022/2023 academic sessions. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Teddy Charles Adias in his speech welcomed the families of the matriculating students to the 11th Matriculation ceremony of the…

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ADJUSTED ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2021/2022/2023 SESSIONS

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH & QUALITY ASSURANCE ADJUSTED (ELECTION) ACADEMIC CALENDAR, FOR 2021/2022/2023 SESSIONS   S/N Date Activity   First Semester, 2021/2022/2023 1 Saturday January 07, 2023 Arrival of Returning Students (2022/2023 session)   2 Monday January 09, 2023 Commencement of Registration of Returning students   3 Monday January,09, 2023 Commencement of Lectures…

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ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2021/2022/2023 SESSIONS

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH & QUALITY ASSURANCE ACADEMIC CALENDAR, FOR 2021/2022/2023 SESSIONS   S/N Date Activity First Semester, 2021/2022/2023 1 Saturday January 07, 2023 Arrival of Returning Students (2021/2022 session) 2 Monday January 09, 2023 Commencement of Registration of Returning students 3 Monday January 09, 2023 Commencement of Lectures for Returning students 4…

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SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES ADMISSIONS

SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES ADMISSIONS LIST FOR THE 2021/2022 POSTGRADUATE ACADEMIC SESSION – FIRST BATCH   PGD IN ACCOUNTING 1. 2022/55347 KENNETH IGUATE 2. 2022/55270 GEOFREY-OTOKITO ANGELINA 3. 2022/55205 OGOUN, RITA KARINA 4. 2022/55043 OGURU EBIEGBERI B. 5. 2022/54745 AKPOBULOKEMI OYINPREYE GODGIFT 6. 2022/55231 UWAKWE, EMMANUEL C. 7. 2022/55144 KAKATEI, BINA TARIPREDO 8. 2022/54514 OMILOLI,…

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2020/2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION TIMETABLE (ERRATA ERRATA)

  2020/2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION TIMETABLE (ERRATA ERRATA)   DATE COURSE CODE PROGRAMME VENUE TIME 28/11/2022 INF 402 COMPUTER SCIENCE FB1(101D)/FB1(101F) REMOVE 29/11/2022 ECO 202/204 BUS ADMIN NFMS 1/NFMS 2 1:00PM-3:00PM   BUS 204 ENTREPRENEURSHIP AUDITORIUM 10:30AM- 12:00PM 01/12/2022 BUS 206 ETREPRENEURSHIP FMS(201/203) 1:00PM-3:00PM 2/12/2022 CSC 104 COMPUTER SCIENCE ALONE FB1(101D)/FB1(104C) 8:00AM-10:00AM 7/12/2022 ACT 410…

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2020/2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION ERRATA

  2020/2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION ERRATA   DATE COURSE CODE PROGRAMME VENUE TIME MONDAY 19/12/2022 GET 202 POLITICAL SCIENCE FB3(101D)/FB3(104C) 8:00AM – 10:00AM SOCIOLOGY FB3(101F)/FB3(102F) ECONOMICS FB3(101C)/FB3(102C) ENGLISH & COMMUNICATION LTA/LTB HISTORY FOUNTAIN BLOCK(1) ACCOUNTING AUDITORIUM(SKILLS) ENTREPRENEURSHIP MARKETING NFMS 1/ NFMS 2 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FMS LTA/ FMS LTB BANKING & FINANCE NFMS 3/ NFMS 4…

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2020/ 2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION TIMETABLE

  2020/ 2021 SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION TIMETABLE   DATE COURSE CODE PROGRAMME VENUE TIME MONDAY 28/11/2022 POL 404 POLITICAL SCIENCE FB3(101D)/FB3(104C) 8:00AM – 10:00AM SOC 404 SOCIOLOGY FB3(101F)/FB3(102F) ECO 402 ECONOMICS FB3(101C)/FB3(102C) ECS 202 ENGLISH & COMMUNICATION LTA/LTB MTH 104 MATHEMATICS SPORTSHALL STATISTICS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING FB2(101D) MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING CIVIL ENGINEERING FB1(101D) CHEMICAL ENGINEERING PETROLUEM ENGINEERING…

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COMMENCEMENT OF FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION/SECOND SEMESTER RESUMPTION FOR ONE HUNDRED (100) LEVEL STUDENTS

Following the 77th Emergency Senate Meeting held today Thursday, November 4, 2021, Senate has directed that the suspended First Semester Examination which was supposed to be on Monday, November 1, 2021 has been rescheduled to commence on Monday, November 8, 2021. In view of the above, the resumption date for One Hundred (100) level students…

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NOTICE OF URGENT IMPORTANCE!!!

This is to inform the University community that the rumour on change of examination dates is false. The University Senate has not approved of any change in dates, even though the Vice-Chancellor on behalf of Senate had audience with the students body and had also assured them of solution to their problems concerning anomalies in…

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