The Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has released its approved undergraduate academic calendar for the 2026/2027 academic session. The calendar contains the schedule for student registration, lectures, matriculation, mid-semester breaks, final examinations and other academic activities for the first and second semesters.
According to the published calendar, registration for new and returning students is scheduled to run from 4 January to 23 January 2027, while first-semester lectures are listed to begin on 11 January 2027. The first-semester examinations are scheduled for 26 April to 29 May 2027.
The second semester is scheduled to begin with lectures on 14 June 2027, followed by the second-semester examinations from 20 September to 16 October 2027.
Students are advised to review the academic calendar carefully and make adequate preparations for registration, lectures and examinations. They should also monitor official university announcements for any subsequent adjustments to the approved dates.
FULOKOJA Academic Calendar 2026/2027 at a Glance
- Institution: Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA)
- Academic Session: 2026/2027
- Calendar Type: Undergraduate academic calendar
- Registration for New and Returning Students: 4 January to 23 January 2027
- Late Registration: 25 January to 30 January 2027
- Matriculation Ceremony: 1 February 2027
- First-Semester Final Examinations: 26 April to 29 May 2027
- Second-Semester Lectures Begin: 14 June 2027
- Second-Semester Final Examinations: 20 September to 16 October 2027
- End of Session Break: 18 October 2027 to 1 January 2028
FULOKOJA First-Semester Academic Calendar 2026/2027
The first semester includes registration, lectures, matriculation, orientation, a mid-semester break and final examinations.
The key dates are outlined below.
| Academic Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration for new and returning students | 4 January to 23 January 2027 |
| Late registration | 25 January to 30 January 2027 |
| First-semester lectures begin | 11 January 2027 |
| Matriculation ceremony | 1 February 2027 |
| Add and drop period | 8 February to 13 February 2027 |
| Orientation for new students | 15 February to 17 February 2027 |
| First mid-semester break | 8 March to 13 March 2027 |
| Lectures resume after the mid-semester break | 15 March 2027 |
| First-semester lectures end | 23 April 2027 |
| First-semester final examinations | 26 April to 29 May 2027 |
| End-of-semester break | 31 May to 12 June 2027 |
Students should note that the published calendar places the start of lectures before the end of the registration period. They should confirm the applicable registration and lecture arrangements with the university if they need clarification.
FULOKOJA Second-Semester Academic Calendar 2026/2027
The second semester is scheduled to commence in June 2027. It includes two periods of lectures, an add-and-drop period, a mid-semester break and final examinations.
| Academic Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Second-semester lectures begin | 14 June 2027 |
| Add and drop period | 5 July to 10 July 2027 |
| First lecture period ends | 6 August 2027 |
| Mid-semester break | 9 August to 14 August 2027 |
| Lectures resume | 16 August 2027 |
| Second-semester lectures end | 17 September 2027 |
| Second-semester final examinations | 20 September to 16 October 2027 |
| End-of-semester break | 18 October 2027 to 1 January 2028 |
Students should use these dates to plan their academic activities, examination preparation and travel arrangements. Any changes announced by the university should take precedence over the original timetable.
FULOKOJA First-Semester Examination Results Processing Schedule
The approved calendar also outlines the stages involved in processing and approving first-semester examination results.
| Activity | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Departmental course allocation upload on the portal | 28 December 2026 to 2 January 2027 |
| Students’ course evaluation and examination card printing | 12 April to 17 April 2027 |
| Examination marking period | 31 May to 26 June 2027 |
| Departmental Board of Examiners meeting | 28 June to 2 July 2027 |
| Faculty Board of Examiners meeting | 5 July to 9 July 2027 |
| Senate Business Committee meeting | 12 July to 23 July 2027 |
| Senate meeting to consider graduating students and other results | 29 July 2027 |
The university’s results processing schedule shows that examination marking and the approval process will continue after the first-semester break. Students should wait for official departmental and university announcements concerning the release of their results.
FULOKOJA Second-Semester Examination Results Processing Schedule
The calendar also provides dates for processing and approving second-semester examination results.
| Activity | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Departmental course allocation upload on the portal | 7 June to 12 June 2027 |
| Students’ course evaluation and examination card printing | 6 September to 11 September 2027 |
| Examination marking period | 18 October to 6 November 2027 |
| Departmental Board of Examiners meeting | 8 November to 10 November 2027 |
| Faculty Board of Examiners meeting | 11 November to 12 November 2027 |
| Senate Business Committee meeting | 15 November to 17 November 2027 |
| Senate meeting to consider graduating students and other results | 18 November 2027 |
| Convocation ceremony | 29 November to 4 December 2027 |
These dates provide an outline of the expected results approval process and the university’s planned convocation period.
Public Holidays and Breaks in the FULOKOJA Academic Calendar
The university’s calendar lists several public holidays and religious observances to be observed during the 2026/2027 academic session.
| Holiday or Observance | Published Date |
|---|---|
| Eidul-Fitr break | 10 March to 11 March 2027 |
| Good Friday | 26 March 2027 |
| Easter break | 29 March 2027 |
| Workers’ Day | 1 May 2027 |
| Eidul-Adha break | 17 May to 18 May 2027 |
| Democracy Day | 12 June 2027 |
| Eidul-Maulud | 15 August 2027 |
| Nigerian Independence Day | 1 October 2027 |
| Christmas Day | 25 December 2027 |
| New Year’s Day | 1 January 2028 |
The university states that these holidays, along with other applicable national public holidays, will be observed. Some religious holiday dates may be subject to official confirmation.
Important Information for FULOKOJA Students
Newly admitted and returning students should take note of the published dates and prepare for the start of academic activities.
New students should pay attention to the registration period, matriculation ceremony and orientation programme. Returning students should ensure that they complete registration and course-related requirements within the applicable periods.
Students should also confirm their course registration, examination card and other academic requirements through the university’s approved channels. The calendar may be amended if the university issues a subsequent notice, so students should check for official updates before making decisions based on a particular date.
Where to Check the Official FULOKOJA Academic Calendar
Students can access the published 2026/2027 undergraduate academic calendar through the Federal University Lokoja’s official website.
The calendar contains the university’s schedule for both semesters, examinations, breaks and results processing. Students are encouraged to refer to the official version for the complete timetable and any subsequent revisions.
Official academic calendar: FULOKOJA Calendar
Conclusion
The FULOKOJA approved academic calendar for the 2026/2027 session outlines the main academic activities from January 2027 through the end of the session in January 2028. Key dates include registration from 4 January to 23 January 2027, first-semester examinations from 26 April to 29 May 2027, and second-semester examinations from 20 September to 16 October 2027.
Students should keep a copy of the calendar, prepare for registration and examinations ahead of time, and follow official university announcements for any changes to the timetable.
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