The Management of the Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has officially released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session. This announcement applies to both freshers and returning undergraduates, outlining all academic activities, registration timelines, holidays, lecture periods, examination schedules, and Senate meetings for the session.

The academic calendar, issued through the Directorate of Academic Planning and signed by Prof. M. Y. Abdullahi, provides a clear guide to the sequence of academic events to ensure smooth operations throughout the academic year.

Below is a breakdown of the approved schedule for the First and Second Semesters of the 2025/2026 academic session.

FIRST SEMESTER CALENDAR (2025/2026)

For New and Returning Students

The first semester begins with registration exercises for both new and returning students, followed by orientation, lectures, mid-semester break, and examinations.

1. Registration for New Students

• Date: Monday, 10th November – Friday, 28th November 2025

• Duration: 3 Weeks

During this period, newly admitted students are expected to complete all registration formalities. These include payment of school fees, clearance, departmental and faculty registration, hostel application (where applicable), and course registration on the school portal. FULOKOJA encourages new students to begin early to avoid late registration penalties.

2. Registration for Returning Students

• Date: Sunday, 16th November – Friday, 28th November 2025

• Duration: 2 Weeks

Returning students are advised to complete online registration, update their academic profiles, pay dues, and register courses within the approved schedule.

3. Late Registration

• Date: Monday, 1st December – Saturday, 6th December 2025

• Duration: 1 Week

Students who fail to register within the normal window will be allowed to register during this late period, usually with a penalty fee as stipulated in the university regulations.

4. Matriculation Ceremony

• Date: Monday, 8th December 2025

• Duration: 1 Day

The matriculation ceremony formally admits all fresh students into the university community. It is a compulsory event where matriculants take the matriculation oath.

5. Orientation for Fresh Students

• Date: Wednesday, 17th – Friday, 19th December 2025

• Duration: 3 Days

Freshers will undergo orientation to familiarize them with university life, academic expectations, discipline, regulations, student support services, and important campus resources.

6. Lectures (First Phase)

• Date: Monday, 1st December 2025 – Saturday, 30th January 2026

• Duration: 8 Weeks

Lectures commence early to ensure that the semester covers the required instructional hours. Departments are expected to enforce 75% lecture attendance for exam eligibility.

7. Add and Drop Period

• Date: Tuesday, 20th – Saturday, 24th January 2026

• Duration: 5 Days

During this window, students are allowed to adjust their course registrations—adding new courses or dropping registered ones—before the portal closes.

8. Mid-Semester Break

• Date: Monday, 2nd – Saturday, 7th February 2026

• Duration: 1 Week

The university calendar includes a short break to allow students rest and to prepare for the second phase of lectures.

9. Continuation of Lectures

• Date: Monday, 9th February – Monday, 23rd March 2026

• Duration: 6 Weeks

This period completes the teaching phase of the first semester. By this time, assignments, tests, and continuous assessment scores should also be concluded.

10. First Semester Examinations

• Date: Wednesday, 25th March – Wednesday, 29th April 2026

• Duration: 5 Weeks

All students will sit for their end-of-semester examinations during this period. The long duration ensures proper scheduling across all departments and levels.

11. Senate Meeting for Consideration of Results

• Date: Wednesday, 13th May 2026

• Duration: 1 Day

The Senate will review, approve, and release the results for the semester after departmental and faculty boards of examiners submit their reports.

12. End of First Semester Break

• Date: Thursday, 14th – Thursday, 28th May 2026

• Duration: 2 Weeks

A two-week break marks the end of the first semester before second semester activities commence.

SECOND SEMESTER CALENDAR (2025/2026)

For New and Returning Students

1. Resumption for Second Semester

• Date: Sunday, 31st May 2026

Students return to campus to begin the second half of the academic year.

2. Lectures (First Phase)

• Date: Tuesday, 2nd June – Tuesday, 4th August 2026

• Duration: 8 Weeks

Lectures resume fully, covering all essential topics needed for the semester.

3. Mid-Semester Break

(Note: Date not indicated in the notice, but typically lasts one week.)

A short break divides the semester into two teaching phases.

4. Continuation of Lectures (Second Phase)

• Date: Wednesday, 5th August – Monday, 7th September 2026

• Duration: 5 Weeks

This phase completes the teaching period for the second semester.

5. Semester Examinations for 400-Level Students Only

• Date: Monday, 7th – Monday, 14th September 2026

• Duration: 1 Week

Final-year students (especially in four-year programmes) will write their final examination ahead of others.

6. Senate Meeting for 400 Level Results

• Date: Monday, 21st September 2026

• Duration: 1 Day

The Senate will consider and approve the final-year results, paving the way for graduation and NYSC mobilization.

7. Second Semester Examinations (All Other Levels)

• Date: Tuesday, 8th September – Tuesday, 13th October 2026

• Duration: 5 Weeks

Students from 100 to 300 levels will sit for their examinations during this period.

8. Senate Meeting for Good Standing Results

• Date: Tuesday, 27th October 2026

• Duration: 1 Day

At this meeting, Senate considers the results of all undergraduate students from 100–300 levels.

9. End of Second Semester Break

• Date: Wednesday, 28th October – Sunday, 15th November 2026

• Duration: 3 Weeks

This marks the completion of the academic year and provides students with rest before the next session begins.

Observance of National Public Holidays

The university also stated that all national holidays within the academic session will be observed. These include:

• Independence Day

• Christmas Day

• New Year Day

• Eid-ul-Fitr

• Good Friday

• Easter Monday

• Eid-ul-Adha

• Democracy Day

Academic activities will be suspended on these days in compliance with federal directives.

Important Notes for Students

Students are advised to pay close attention to the following key points:

✔ Early registration is strongly encouraged

Delays often result in extra charges and the inability to register for courses on time.

✔ Attendance matters

FULOKOJA typically requires a minimum of 75% class attendance for eligibility to sit exams.

✔ Plan for examinations early

With examination dates clearly stated, students are encouraged to prepare ahead.

✔ Observe campus rules

This includes dressing decently, avoiding exam malpractice, maintaining discipline, and adhering to school regulations.

Conclusion

The release of the 2025/2026 academic calendar reflects FULOKOJA’s commitment to structured learning and timely completion of academic programmes. Students—both new and returning—are encouraged to study the calendar carefully, mark important dates, and plan their academic activities accordingly.

The management wishes all students a productive, successful, and hitch-free academic session.