FUTIA Fixes Jan 15 for 2025/2026 Matriculation as Vice-Chancellor Invites New Students, Parents
The Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA), Akwa Ibom State, has officially announced the date for its 3rd Matriculation Ceremony for newly admitted students of the 2025/2026 academic session, setting the stage for a key milestone in the academic journey of its newest undergraduates.
In a formal notice issued by the university, the ceremony is scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 15, 2026, and will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. at the FUTIA Pavilion.
This event marks the moment when new students will be formally inducted into the FUTIA academic community, taking the matriculation oath and becoming full members of the university.
FUTIA Matriculation 2025/2026: Full Event Details
According to the official announcement, the ceremony has been fixed as follows:
- Event: 3rd Matriculation Ceremony
- Academic Session: 2025/2026
- Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. (prompt)
- Venue: FUTIA Pavilion
- University: Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (Akwa Ibom State)
The university has clearly instructed all invited guests to arrive early and take their seats before the start time, stressing that the ceremony will begin exactly as scheduled.
Vice-Chancellor Extends Official Invitation
The invitation is formally issued by the Vice-Chancellor,
Professor Leo Daniel, Ph.D (Lond), AFAIAA, FIMMM, FRAeS, on behalf of the Governing Council and the Senate of FUTIA.
In the notice, the Vice-Chancellor invites:
- Members of the university community
- Parents and guardians
- Stakeholders
- Members of the general public
to witness the formal admission of newly admitted students into the institution.
Registrar to Coordinate the Ceremony
The university also confirmed that the Registrar,
Mrs. Offiongita E. Nkang, FNIM, FIPMA, will coordinate all activities of the matriculation ceremony.
Her office, the Registry, is responsible for overseeing the smooth running of the event, including student documentation, seating arrangements, and official proceedings.
Why This Ceremony Matters
Matriculation is more than a formality. It is the official process through which students are legally and academically recognized as members of FUTIA. By taking the matriculation oath, students agree to abide by the rules, values, and academic standards of the university.
For parents and guardians, it is also a proud moment—marking their wards’ entry into one of Nigeria’s growing federal universities of technology
Newly admitted students of FUTIA 2025/2026 are therefore advised to prepare for this important date and ensure they are present at the FUTIA Pavilion by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, as the ceremony will begin promptly.
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