Education
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY, LOKOJA ISSUE AN IMPORTANT NOTICE TO 2023/2024 UTME/DE CANDIDATES
PART A: Admission processing
Admission processing will be categorized as follows:
1. Candidates admitted into their chosen programmes must accept or reject the admission offered.
2. Candidates transferred to other programmes should first accept or reject the transfer offered by the institution. If a candidate accepts the transfer, they should subsequently accept the admission offered in the new programme.
*Please note the following:
i. Admission uploads will occur in batches; therefore, regularly check your JAMB e-facility for admission status updates.
ii. Respond to any admission or transfer offer within 48 hours; failure to do so will result in forfeiture of admission.
iii. Ensure your O’level result(s) is uploaded on your JAMB e-facility to avoid automatic disqualification.
iv. Utilize JAMB-accredited CBT Centers or JAMB Office for O’level result uploads and admission acceptance processes. Carrying out such processes on your mobile device, laptop or at a cybercafe may not yield the desired result.
PART B: GUIDELINES FOR THE 2023/2024 FRESH STUDENTS REGISTRATION (UTME & DE)
We are pleased to announce that the University portal will be open on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, for the commencement of the 2023/2024 Online Registration Exercise. To be eligible for clearance as an admitted candidate, adhere to the following conditions:
1. Your admission must be approved on the Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) of JAMB.
2. You must have accepted the offer of admission approved by JAMB.
Carefully read the guidelines outlined below before commencing the process:
GUIDELINES FOR REGISTRATION
STEP 1: ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER
1. Visit the University website (www.fulokoja.edu.ng) and click on Admissions – Undergraduate – Post-UTME Portal, and log in with your JAMB Registration Number to confirm your admission status.
2. Upon successful confirmation, click on “Pay Now” to process the payment for the acceptance charge of N20,000.00 using REMITA services (card or bank payment).
3. Confirm your payment on the University website.
4. Print your Admission Letter and Letter of Undertaking.
STEP 2: O’LEVEL RESULT VERIFICATION
1. If you have not uploaded a fresh O’level Examination (NECO/NABTEB) Scratch Card, proceed to upload it for verification. You are allowed to use the scratch card for verification only once. Note that failure to upload the correct O’level examination details and a valid and usable examination scratch card will lead to automatic disqualification of admission.
For candidates submitting WAEC result(s) for verification, follow these steps.
* Go to www.waec.org and create a candidate account.
* Select the ‘Certificate Access (candidates)’ category.
* Fill out the form and complete the sign-up process.
* Log in with your details.
* Provide the necessary information.
* Access your certificate.
* Click the ‘share’ button.
* Choose the certificate you want to share.
* Enter the email address provided in your Post-UTME portal/WAEC Digital Certificate Platform.
* Click ‘proceed’ to complete the sharing process.
Please note that WAEC charges N7,500.00 for its certificate, payable to WAEC, not FUL.
2. Visit your Post-UTME Portal for confirmation to proceed with your registration. Once successful, proceed to step 3.
STEP 3: PAYMENT OF SCHOOL CHARGES
i. Visit the University website (www.fulokoja.edu.ng) and click on Student – Undergraduate – Student Portal, and login with your JAMB Registration Number.
ii. Click on Pay Now, to process the payment for School Charges using REMITA services (card or bank payment).
iii. Return to the University website and click on Student – Undergraduate – Student Portal to confirm your payment.
iv. After confirmation of payment, print out your School Charges receipt.
v. Proceed to printout the completed online STUDENT BIO-DATA FORM (Form 01).
NOTE: You are advised to keep all printed documents as you will be required to submit them when you resume.
STEP 4: PHYSICAL REGISTRATION (TO BE CARRIED OUT ON RESUMPTION – January 8, 2024)
i. MEDICAL CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS
Visit the University Health Services Centre to conduct your medical fitness test.
ii. COURSE REGISTRATION
Visit the University website and click on Student – Undergraduate – Student Portal – Course Registration, to complete your Course Registration online.
To check the status of your course registration, click on Student Portal – Printout – Course Form.
STEP 5: CLEARANCE
The University runs 2 (two) campuses, the College of Health Sciences (COHS) Campus, Adankolo and the Felele Campus (Permanent Site) where the Faculties Arts, Education, Engineering, Management, Science and Social Sciences are situated.
i. Visit your Department and submit three (3) copies each of the documents listed below to your Departmental Administrative Officer:
1. Acceptance Fee E-Payment Receipt
2. A copy of the Online School Charges Receipt
3. Federal University Lokoja Admission Letter
4. Form 01 (STUDENT BIO-DATA FORM) online printout
5. JAMB Result Slip (online print out) – for UTME Candidates
6. JAMB Admission Letter (Duplicate for Institution use only)
7. Record from previous Institution (Statement of Result/Certificate) – for DE Candidates
8. O’level Result(s) (Online Print-out)
9. Signed Letter of Undertaking (original copy)
10. Certificate of Local Government of Origin (If Non-Nigerian, Residence Permit)
11. Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
12. Medical Certificate of Fitness from the University Health Services Centre only
13. Completed Course Registration Forms printed from the University portal
14. Ten (10) recent Passport Photograph with red background
Failure to present the above documents will lead to automatic withdrawal of offer of admission.
ii. Submit a copy of your STUDENT BIO-DATA FORM (Form 01) and the online School Charges Receipt to each of the Units listed below:
a. Students Affairs Division
b. University Library
c. Sports Unit
d. University Health Services Centre
e. University Counseling Centre
f. Security Unit
CAUTION:
• ENSURE YOU DILLIGENTLY MONITOR THE PAYMENT OF ANY CHARGES (ACCEPTANCE FEE, SCHOOL CHARGES) TO ITS SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION, AS THERE MIGHT BE FRAUDSTERS WHO WILL COLLECT MONEY FROM YOU AND PRESENT YOU WITH A FAKE PAYMENT RECEIPT.
Note: A copy of your payment receipt will be sent from REMITA to your registered email address on the portal as a means of confirming the successful completion of the payment process
• BEWARE OF IMPOSTORS WHO INTERACT OR SEND YOU SMS WITH PROMISE(S) OF ASSISTANCE IN THE AREA OF ADMISSIONS, REGISTRATION, RESULT PROCESSING, ACCOMMODATION, ETC. FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LOKOJA MAINTAINS THE BEST ETHICAL PRACTICES IN HANDLING STUDENTS’ MATTERS.
• BEWARE OF FRAUDSTERS LURKING AROUND CAFES OR ON & OFF CAMPUS IN THE HANDLING OF YOUR ATM CARD AND BANK DETAILS.
• REPORT ANY FRAUDULENT ACT OR SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES TO THE SECURITY UNIT, FEDERAL UNIVERSITY LOKOJA
• IF IN DOUBT, KINDLY SUBMIT YOUR INQUIRY TO: admissions@fulokoja.edu.ng or visit the Admissions Office, Faculty of Education Building, Felele Campus, Lokoja
Please be guided accordingly.
Welcome once more to Federal University Lokoja!
Wishing you a rewarding and transformative journey throughout your university experience.
REGISTRAR
Education
1ST NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS CONFERENCE ON UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS) ESSAY COMPETITION
Competition Overview:
The SDG Youth Essay Competition offers a grand prize of N1 million for the top three winners, along with free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– Open exclusively to undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
2. Entry Guidelines:
– Topic:The Role of Students in Attainment of SDG4
– length: Essays should be 1500 words.
– Entry Period: Thursday, February 1, 2024 – Thursday, February 29, 2024
– Referencing: APA Style (6th Edition).
– Font: Times New Roman, 12-point font size.
– Documentation: Typed in 1.5 line spacing, MS Word format only.
– Plagiarism: Only original content is accepted; plagiarized entries will be disqualified.
Benefits:
– Prizes:
– 1st Prize: N500,000
– 2nd Prize: N300,000
– 3rd Prize: N200,000
– Winners will also receive free sponsorship to attend the 1st Nigeria Tertiary Institution Conference on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in April 2024 in Abuja.
Required Documents:
– Student’s Institution ID Card
– Copy of Student’s Admission Letter
– One recent passport-size photograph
– WhatsApp telephone number and email address
Application Procedure:
– All entries and submissions (essay and required documents) should be scanned and sent to nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org before the deadline.
For Further Inquiries:
– Call: 08068931151, 08133846739, 07067772964
– Email: nigeriaessay@sdgyouth.org
Deadline: February 29th, 2024
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to achieving SDG4 and win exciting prizes. Submit your entry and required documents before the deadline. For any inquiries, feel free to contact them via phone or email.
Education
PENTAGON PARTNERS NATIONAL ESSAY COMPETITION FOR UNDERGRADUATE LAW STUDENTS
Competition Overview:
The National Essay Competition invites undergraduate law students to showcase their expertise and contribute to the discourse on AI, privacy, and data protection. In addition to cash prizes, participants have the chance to intern with Pentagon Partners, gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Competition Requirements:
1. Eligibility:
– The competition is open to 400-level and 500-level undergraduate law students in Nigerian universities.
2. Essay Requirements:
– Length: Essays should not exceed 1500 words.
– Format: Double spaced, 12pt Times New Roman font.
– References: OSCOLA format for citations with 10pt font size for footnotes and endnotes.
– Submission Format: Essays must be submitted in PDF format.
– Entrant Details: Include full names, school, level, phone number, and email address in both the body of the email and on the last page of the essay.
– Single Entry: Each entrant is allowed only one submission.
– Originality: Plagiarism will result in automatic disqualification.
Competition Benefits and Timeline:
1. Prizes:
– Winner: N200,000
– 1st Runner Up: N150,000
– 2nd Runner Up: N100,000
2. Internship Opportunity:
– In addition to cash prizes, winners have the exclusive opportunity to intern with Pentagon Partners, enhancing their career prospects.
Application Procedure:
– Interested participants should submit their essays to essay@pentagonpartnerslp.com during the submission period.
– The subject of the email should be the Essay topic
For additional information and updates, visit www.pentagonpartnerslp.com.
Deadline: March 22nd, 2024
Don’t miss this chance to showcase your legal expertise, contribute to important discussions on AI and law, and vie for enticing cash prizes. Pentagon Partners looks forward to receiving your submissions.
Education
SYSTEMSPECS CHILDREN’S DAY ESSAY COMPETITION (CDEC), 2024
Purpose:
Inaugurated in 2020, the CDEC is part of SystemSpecs’ Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment to promoting capacity development in the Nigerian ICT industry. By encouraging young Nigerians to tackle everyday issues, the competition contributes to intellectual growth and societal progress.
Topic:
The theme for the 2024 competition is “Protecting the Nigerian Child from the Dangers of Online Technology.” Participants are tasked with exploring strategies to safeguard children in an increasingly digital world.
Eligibility:
– Open to primary and secondary school students in Nigeria aged 9 to 16.
– Junior category (ages 9 to 12) essays must not exceed 1,000 words.
– Senior category (ages 13 to 16) essays must not exceed 1,500 words.
Prizes:
– Winners will receive generous rewards, including a high-capacity laptop, premium headphones, a portable laptop stand, a smart wristwatch, and one year of internet data, among other items.
– Consolation prizes will be awarded to other participants.
Application Process:
– Interested candidates should access the application page
– Essays must be written in English and reflect original thought.
– Each participant is limited to one entry.
– Entries must be endorsed by an accredited school official, parent, or legal guardian.
– Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2024.
Submission Guidelines:
– All submissions must be in PDF format and include the student’s name, home and school addresses, email address, and contact phone number.
– Double entries will result in automatic disqualification.
– Submissions must be received by March 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Notification of Winners:
– Successful students and schools will be contacted in the second quarter of the year.
– Updates on winners will be announced on @nercng social media platforms.
The SystemSpecs Children’s Day Essay Competition offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian students to demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving skills. By addressing the theme of online child protection, participants contribute to building a safer and more secure digital environment for all. We encourage eligible students to seize this opportunity and showcase their talent and ingenuity.
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