Ahmadu Bello University Unveils 2024/2025 Academic Calendar: Key Dates and Breaks You Need to Know
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), one of Nigeria’s leading academic institutions, has officially released its 2024/2025 academic calendar, providing students, lecturers, and other stakeholders with a comprehensive guide to the upcoming academic year.
The calendar covers important dates, lecture periods, registration deadlines, holiday breaks, and exam schedules to help everyone plan ahead. Here’s a breakdown of the key activities and timelines for the session:
First Semester: Key Dates You Can’t Miss
- Registration Period:
Start: Monday, 9 December 2024
End: Saturday, 21 December 2024
Duration: 2 weeks
The registration window opens for new and returning students. Don’t miss the deadline to secure your place! - Christmas and New Year Break:
Start: Monday, 23 December 2024
End: Saturday, 4 January 2025
Duration: 2 weeks
Take time off to celebrate the festive season with family and friends. - Lecture Period:
Start: Monday, 6 January 2025
End: Saturday, 29 March 2025
Duration: 12 weeks
The academic year officially kicks off with lectures beginning in January. - Eid-el-Fitr Break:
Start: Monday, 31 March 2025
End: Saturday, 5 April 2025
Duration: 1 week
A brief break for the Eid holiday to mark the end of Ramadan. - Final Exams:
Start: Monday, 21 April 2025
End: Saturday, 10 May 2025
Duration: 3 weeks
Prepare for the exams that will test everything you’ve learned during the semester. - End of Semester Break:
Start: Monday, 12 May 2025
End: Saturday, 24 May 2025
Duration: 2 weeks
A well-deserved break after the semester wraps up.
Second Semester: What to Expect
- Lecture Period:
Start: Monday, 26 May 2025
End: Saturday, 7 June 2025
Duration: 2 weeks
The second semester starts with a few weeks of lectures. - Eid-el-Kabir Break:
Start: Monday, 9 June 2025
End: Saturday, 14 June 2025
Duration: 1 week
A break for the Islamic festival, Eid-el-Kabir. - Main Lecture Period:
Start: Monday, 16 June 2025
End: Saturday, 6 September 2025
Duration: 12 weeks
The heart of the semester, with lessons, assignments, and projects. - Final Exams:
Start: Monday, 8 September 2025
End: Saturday, 27 September 2025
Duration: 3 weeks
Final exams for the second semester will conclude the academic year.
Important Administrative Dates
- Add and Drop Period (First Semester):
Start: Monday, 27 January 2025
End: Saturday, 1 February 2025
Duration: 1 week
Make any necessary changes to your courses. - Examination Results Processing and Approval (First Semester):
- Screening of new students: 2 – 14 December 2024
- Payment portal open: 2 – 21 December 2024
- Examination card printing: 7 April – 21 April 2025
- Marking period: 12 May – 6 June 2025
- Senate result presentation: 31 July 2025
- Add and Drop Period (Second Semester):
Start: Monday, 16 June 2025
End: Saturday, 21 June 2025
Duration: 1 week - Examination Results Processing and Approval (Second Semester):
- Examination card printing: 25 August – 6 September 2025
- Marking period: 29 September – 25 October 2025
- Senate result presentation: 27 November 2025
Why This Calendar Matters
The release of the 2024/2025 academic calendar provides students, faculty, and staff at Ahmadu Bello University with an essential roadmap for the year. Planning for exams, holidays, and deadlines is key to academic success. Stay ahead of important dates to ensure a smooth and organized year.
Students, lecturers, and other ABU stakeholders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with these key dates, set reminders, and plan accordingly for a productive academic year.
Your Next Steps:
- Mark these dates in your calendar now to avoid surprises later.
- Stay updated with any changes to the schedule through official ABU channels.
- Make the most of the breaks and holidays to recharge, study, and prepare for exams.
Stay informed, stay ahead, and make your academic journey at Ahmadu Bello University a success!
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