The Management of Aminu Saleh College of Education (ASCOEA), Azare, has officially announced that the 2025/2026 academic session will begin on Monday, January 5, 2026.

This information was made public through an official circular issued by the Office of the Registrar. The circular was addressed to all staff, students, and members of the general public to ensure that everyone is properly informed and prepared for the new academic session.

The announcement marks the official return of academic activities in the college and serves as a guide for registration and lectures for both NCE and Undergraduate students.

Registration Schedule for the 2025/2026 Session

The college management has released a detailed registration schedule for new and returning students across all programmes. Students are expected to follow the timelines strictly to avoid penalties or loss of the session.

The registration schedule covers:

• NCE Programme

• Undergraduate Programme

NCE Programme Registration Details

For students enrolled in the NCE programme, the registration and lecture schedule is as follows:

Normal Registration

• January 5 – January 17, 2026

During this period, students are expected to complete all registration activities without any extra charges.

Late Registration

• January 19 – January 24, 2026

Students who fail to register within the normal period can still register during this time but will be required to pay a late registration fee.

Lecture Period

• January 5 – April 17, 2026

Lectures for NCE students will begin immediately from the start of the session and continue throughout the semester.

Undergraduate Programme Registration Details

For students in the Undergraduate programmes, the approved schedule is as follows:

Normal Registration

• January 5 – January 26, 2026

All undergraduate students are expected to complete their registration within this period.

Late Registration

• January 26 – February 2, 2026

Late registration is allowed for students who miss the normal registration window, but it comes with an additional charge.

Lecture Period

• January 12 – April 18, 2026

Lectures for undergraduate students will begin on January 12, 2026, and will run through April 18, 2026.

Late Registration Penalty

The college management has made it clear that late registration attracts a penalty fee of Five Thousand Naira (₦5,000).

Students who fail to:

• Register during the normal registration period and

• Register during the late registration period

will be required to defer the academic session. This means such students will not be allowed to participate in academic activities for the 2025/2026 session.

Collection of Admission Letters

The management also announced that admission letters for both NCE and Undergraduate students are now ready for collection.

• Collection begins on Monday, January 5, 2026

• Venue: Admission and Registration Office

All newly admitted students are advised to collect their admission letters early to avoid delays in registration.

Important Advice to Students

The college strongly advises all students to:

• Resume on time

• Complete their registration within the approved timelines

• Avoid late registration penalties

• Take note of lecture start dates

The management emphasized that no complaints will be entertained after the closure of registration.

Official Signatory and Distribution

The circular was officially signed by Suleiman Shehu, For the Registrar.

Copies of the circular were sent to:

• All Principal Officers

• Deans and Directors

• Heads of Departments

• Programme Coordinators

• Union Chairmen (COEASU, SSUCOEAN, NASU)

• SUG President

• College Notice Boards

This wide distribution ensures that all relevant stakeholders are fully informed.

Conclusion

The announcement of the commencement of the 2025/2026 academic session at Aminu Saleh College of Education, Azare, marks the beginning of a new academic journey for students and staff.

With resumption set for January 5, 2026, students are encouraged to prepare ahead, follow all instructions carefully, and comply fully with the registration schedule to enjoy a smooth and successful academic session.