The Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) has officially released the 2024/2025 academic calendar, outlining all critical academic and non-academic activities for both new and returning students. Staying updated with this schedule is crucial to avoid missing important deadlines. Below is a detailed breakdown of the FULOKOJA academic calendar for the upcoming session.
First Semester: Key Dates & Activities
Resumption Date
- Sunday, 24 November 2024 – Students return to campus.
Registration Period
- Returning Students: Monday, 25 November – Friday, 6 December 2024
- New Students: Monday, 9 December – Friday, 20 December 2024
- Late Registration & Course Adjustment: Monday, 9 December – Friday, 13 December 2024
Lecture Period
- First Phase: Monday, 25 November 2024 – Friday, 3 January 2025
- Second Phase: Monday, 13 January – Friday, 11 April 2025
(Note: Academic activities were suspended from 17 February to 11 March 2025 due to an accident involving students.)
Continuous Assessment (Tests)
- Monday, 6 January – Friday, 10 January 2025
- Matriculation Ceremony
Friday, 28 March 2025 – Official induction of new students.
Examinations
- Monday, 14 April – Friday, 16 May 2025 – First semester exams.
Second Semester: Key Dates & Activities
Resumption Date
- Sunday, 18 May 2025 – Students return for the second semester.
Lecture Period
- Monday, 19 May – Friday, 29 August 2025
Examinations
- Monday, 1 September – Friday, 3 October 2025 – Second semester exams.
Senate Meeting (Results Approval)
- Thursday, 9 October 2025 – Official release of results.
Semester Break
- Monday, 6 October – Saturday, 25 October 2025 – End-of-session break.
Public Holidays (2024/2025)
The university will observe the following national holidays:
- Christmas Day: Wednesday, 25 December 2024
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, 1 January 2025
- Eid al-Fitr: Monday, 31 March 2025
- Good Friday: Friday, 18 April 2025
- Easter Monday: Monday, 21 April 2025
- Workers’ Day: Thursday, 1 May 2025
- Eid al-Adha: Friday, 6 June 2025
- Democracy Day: Thursday, 12 June 2025
- Mawlid (Prophet’s Birthday): Friday, 5 September 2025
- Independence Day: Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Official Source & Important Notes
For the latest updates, students should visit the official FULOKOJA academic calendar page.
Key Takeaways for Students
- Mark all resumption, registration, and exam dates to avoid penalties.
- Prepare ahead for matriculation and continuous assessments.
- Keep track of public holidays to plan study schedules effectively.
Missing deadlines can disrupt your academic progress, so ensure you stay organized and adhere to the FULOKOJA 2024/2025 academic calendar.
For more details, visit the Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) official website.
