JUST IN: FUO Releases Approved Academic Calendar for 2026/2027 Session

FUO Approves 2026/2027 Undergraduate Academic Calendar

Federal University Otuoke (FUO) has approved the Regular Undergraduate Academic Calendar for the 2026/2027 Academic Session, outlining key academic activities for students throughout the first and second semester.

The approved calendar was communicated by the Office of the Registrar in a notice dated September 7, 2026, with the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Promise Mebine, approving the calendar on behalf of the Senate.

According to the calendar, academic activities for the first semester will commence with the arrival and registration of fresh students in September, followed by the return of continuing students and the commencement of lectures in October.

Key Dates for the 2026/2027 Academic Session

FUO Matriculation Set for November 28 2026

One of the major events on the approved calendar is the Matriculation Ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, November 28, 2026.

The ceremony will mark the formal admission and commencement of the academic journey of newly admitted undergraduate students into the university community.

Convocation Scheduled for December 7–11 2026

The university has also scheduled its Convocation Ceremony for Monday, December 7 to Friday, December 11, 2026.

The convocation period will be a significant academic event as the university celebrates graduating students and confers relevant degrees and awards.

The University also stated that the University Orientation for Fresh Students is scheduled for November 11, 2026, with faculties and departments to determine their respective dates where applicable.

The commencement of first-semester examinations is scheduled for , while the examinations are expected to conclude on March 5, 2027.