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JAMB Registrar Prof. Segun Aina warns universities against issuing admission letters independently, stressing that only CAPS-processed admissions are officially recognised.
NELFUND clarifies that its student loan scheme is voluntary, not compulsory, after reports surfaced of an institution threatening to bar students who refuse to apply from writing exams.
FUTO's DVC (Academic) has announced December 5, 2026, as the date for the 38th Convocation, directing Deans to conclude project defences and submit degree results ahead of time.
FUTO SUG's Director of Transport reached an agreement with bike operators to slash fares and introduce official ID cards for riders across campus.
A car was found lodged inside an unused MTN stall structure around the FUTO Roundabout this morning, with details of the incident still unconfirmed.
Professor Francis Chukwuemeka Eze delivered FUTO’s 7th Valedictory Lecture on 7 October, reflecting on scholarship, leadership, institutional legacy and emerging opportunities in a lecture themed “Walking the FUTO Journey”.
FUTO has commenced the sale of 2026/2027 Pre-Degree Programme forms, with applications running from November 9, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
FUTO has activated its hostel booking and payment portal, students who have completed school fee payments are urged to proceed with securing accommodation.
FUTO's SIWES Unit has released the full timetable for the LT Viva defence, scheduled to hold from November 23–27, 2026, across all schools.
FUTO has opened its school fees payment portal for all levels and departments, with the hostel accommodation portal expected to follow soon.
A complete step-by-step guide for newly admitted FUTO students on confirming admission and correctly creating their student profile.
FUTO has activated the school fee payment portal for 100-Level students, with fees ranging from ₦180,000 to ₦572,400, and a hostel portal expected soon.
World Teachers' Day 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of the 1966 UNESCO/ILO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, under the theme "Standing with Teachers."
FUTO community appeals for help locating Elakwachi Jubilee Udochukwu, a 400-Level Forensic Science student reported missing.
Madonna University has expelled one final-year nursing student and suspended 14 others over a viral hospital dance video, as NANS appeals for the expulsion to be reconsidered.
FUTO Mechatronics Engineering student Ejibe Nmachukwu Genevieve wins South-East Champion and Third Place Nationally at the 2026 CODET Engineering Students' Project Competition.
FUTO has activated its Acceptance Fee and Development Levy payment portal, urging newly admitted students to log in and complete payments through official channels.
FUTO students gathered for the university's first-ever After-Examination Worship on September 30.
FUTO's School of Engineering and Engineering Technology has scheduled the 2025/2026 SIWES programme for GET 299 and GET 399 students to begin September 30.
Students are being encouraged to verify their names on the JAMB Matriculation List and resolve any admission-record issues early, as the list plays an important role in confirming recognised admissions and future NYSC mobilisation.
Security agencies, education stakeholders and community organisations have renewed efforts to improve the safety of schools across Imo State, with the latest launch coming amid heightened attention to security around educational institutions.
An Edo State Special Criminal Court has sentenced four people, including a woman, to death over the June 14 kidnapping of a woman at the Vegetable Market along Airport Road in Benin City.
The full, verified MSRC contact directory across all FUTO departments for the 2026/2027 session, to help aspirants and admitted students avoid scammers.
FUTO has updated its Supplementary Form portal, adding all previously omitted courses to the "Course Shopping Into" list for candidates applying for supplementary admission.
Reports claim NELFUND's September upkeep allowance has begun disbursements, though official confirmation from NELFUND is still awaited.
Archbishop Lucius Ugorji visited St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Chaplaincy, FUTO, where he was received by the Vice-Chancellor and urged chaplaincy leaders to lead students by spiritual example.
JAMB has begun gradually restoring access to its CAPS platform after a technical disruption caused by hosting issues affected candidates during the ongoing 2026 admission exercise.
The Council of Departmental Presidents and the 27th Assembly face off in a Transition Football Match at FUTO's Main Pitch on September 29.
FUTO's Student Affairs Unit has announced that all hostel mattresses will be disposed of and burnt to curb bed bug infestation, with students advised to bring personal mattresses going forward.
FUTO has issued a security alert warning students and aspirants against scammers impersonating the ICT Directorate and Admissions Unit to demand money.
FUTO has opened its 2026/2027 Post-UTME Screening Exercise for Supplementary Admission, running from September 24 to October 8, 2026, with a minimum UTME score of 150.
FUTO has released its complete Merit Admission List for the 2026/2027 session. Here's how to check your name and what to do next.
FUTO has released its 2026/2027 Merit Admission List. Here's how to check your status.
FUTO's Student Affairs Unit has approved a two-week hostel extension (October 1–14) for SIWES and final year students, after which hostels will be locked for maintenance.
NECO has released the 2026 SSCE Internal results. Here's a full guide on how to check your result, get a token and why it matters for admission.
NELFUND has opened its 2026/2027 Student Loan application, giving eligible Nigerian students, including those at FUTO, until December 31 to apply for tuition and upkeep support.
Office of the Registrar has released the full academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session, covering both the Harmattan and Rain semesters.
FUTO's Centre for Continuing Education has opened applications for the 2026/2027 JUPEB Foundation School Programme, with lectures set to begin September 21.
ASUU-FUTO has opened applications for its 2026 Scholarship Awards, offering up to ₦200,000 to indigent students with strong academic standing, ahead of a September 25 deadline.
The Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund has opened its portal for the 2026/2027 Local Scholarship, giving indigenous students, including those at FUTO, until October 10 to apply.
Students from 18 departments affected by unreadable codes during Monday's MTH 102 examination are to rewrite the paper.
The STA 112 examination at FUTO has been delayed due to power supply issues at the ICT Centre, with relevant authorities working to resolve the matter.
FUTO SUG confirms that technical glitches during today's MATH 102 examination, caused by an incompatible software used by external contractors, have been resolved.
Candidates with a zero O'Level score in their FUTO screening result explained, along with what affected students should do next.
A FUTO Architecture student was robbed of his phones at gunpoint near the FUTO Roundabout, with students again urged to stay vigilant around the area.
FUTO's 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening results are now out. Here's a step-by-step guide on how candidates can check and save their results.
The Federal Government has launched a zero-rated data initiative that will give students 100MB of free daily data for approved educational platforms starting October 1, 2026.
A fresh payment alert confirms FUTO students have begun receiving their ₦20,000 NELFUND August upkeep allowance after days of waiting.
FUTO SUG announces the safe release of two students abducted earlier this week, urging the campus community to remain vigilant.
The FUTO SUG has announced increased security patrols, bush clearing and other measures following recent security concerns around the University.
The iRead To Live Initiative has urged the Federal Government to integrate NELFUND with Nigeria Revenue Service income data to strengthen recovery of student loans.
FUTO Management has reaffirmed its ban on unruly celebrations, reckless driving, vandalism and other disruptive activities after examinations.
FUTO Management confirms a fatal shooting and reported abduction of two female students during a Sunday security incident.
Prof. I.N.S. Dozie led FUTO Management on a courtesy visit focused on strengthening campus security.
FUTO SUG has cancelled all examinations scheduled for today, with affected papers to be rescheduled after the examination period.
The man injured in the reported NDDC Hostel shooting has reportedly died after being taken to FUTO Medicals.
A 300-level Optometry student and a recent FUTO graduate were reportedly last seen on 6 September 2026.
August NELFUND upkeep disbursement continues in batches as students at institutions on break are reportedly included.
Reports of a shooting incident around the NDDC Hostel have sparked concern among FUTO students.
The UN has backed wider use of Equal Earth maps, encouraging more accurate representation of continental sizes.
FUTO students are set to begin their examinations tomorrow as the examination period gets underway.
FUTO hosted a seminar exploring digital solutions for maternal and child health in Nigeria.
NELFUND August upkeep payments are reaching more beneficiaries, with multiple ₦20,000 credits reported.
The NANS-UNIOSUN dispute over reported student expulsions offers FUTO students a timely reminder to avoid examination malpractice.
FUTO SUG has inaugurated it's 28th Student Representative Council
Information Technology defeated Building Technology 4–0 to win the VC Cup.
FUTO SUG has addressed a reported attempted rape incident and urged students to remain vigilant.
NELFUND is set to receive another ₦50 billion from recovered proceeds of crime.
Uber has ended its 12-year ride-hailing operation in Nigeria.
The newly elected Aluta Mandate SUG Executive has been officially inaugurated at FUTO.
The outgoing SUG PRO/DOI highlights major achievements as the Aluta Mandate administration begins its tenure.
FUTO SUG has thanked students as the Aluta Solution administration concludes its tenure.
FUTO SUG clarifies that motorcycles have not been completely banned on campus.
NANS President Akinteye Babatunde has assured NELFUND beneficiaries that the August upkeep allowance will be paid this week.
Atiku Abubakar has pledged to cancel student loans if elected president, arguing that Nigerian students should receive scholarships rather than repayable loans.
NUESA's FUTO election ended amid cheating allegations and an assault incident.
FUTO final-year students are set to celebrate FYB Week as they mark the final chapter of their undergraduate journey.
A closer look at the ideas, places and people shaping what it means to learn, live and make an impact at FUTO.
A clear guide to the dates, notices and changes students should keep in view as the new session begins.
Inside the ideas and experiments helping FUTO students solve practical problems with local impact.
Clubs, communities and student leaders share what they are planning for the weeks ahead.
From smarter systems to thoughtful prototypes, these student projects begin with everyday observations.
A practical starting point for finding your way around campus, your department and your first semester.
A look at the teamwork, preparation and determination behind a memorable campus sporting outing.
The journey from a question in the classroom to a prototype with practical promise.
A community-focused look at how shared ideas can improve everyday university life.
What clubs and student communities are putting together for the new academic season.
A demo newsroom report on learning, collaboration and the work happening within departments.
A concise guide to a demo opportunity and the details prospective applicants should review.
Student teams bring practical thinking and collaboration to a technology-focused challenge.
A useful preview of the kinds of programs and gatherings students can look forward to.
A demo feature on research questions, practical tools and the people behind new ideas.
A community story about the everyday effort behind meaningful achievement.
A demo listing for students exploring experience-building pathways beyond the classroom.
Teams, supporters and student organizers get ready for a season of friendly competition.
