SLU Orders Mandatory Jigawa Scholarship Board Screening for Fresh 100 & 200 Level Students (Feb 10–12, 2026)
Fresh students of Jigawa State origin at Sule Lamido University (SLU), Kafin Hausa, have been placed on notice: attendance at the Jigawa State Scholarship Board screening exercise is compulsory.
In a formal circular dated February 3, 2026, the SLU management directed all affected students to appear for a three-day verification exercise aimed at confirming their indigene status. The notice was signed by the Acting Academic Secretary, Iziddin Ibrahim, underscoring the university’s official backing of the exercise.
Who Must Attend the Screening?
According to the university directive, the following categories of students are required to participate:
- Fresh Level 100 students of Jigawa State origin
- Fresh Level 200 students of Jigawa State origin
The instruction is clear and non-negotiable: eligible students must attend as scheduled.
Screening Schedule at a Glance
The verification exercise will run for three consecutive days with a fixed daily time.
- Dates: Tuesday, 10 February to Thursday, 12 February 2026
- Time: 10:00 am daily
- Venue: Hall B, Counselling and Human Development Centre, SLU, Kafin Hausa
Students are advised to arrive early to avoid unnecessary delays.
Why the Screening Is Important
The screening exercise is designed to confirm the indigeneity of Jigawa State students. It forms part of the Jigawa State Government’s effort to streamline scholarship awards and educational support schemes for indigenous students in tertiary institutions.
University sources note that students’ details must align with official state records to qualify for current and future scholarship considerations.
What Students Should Bring
All affected students are expected to attend the screening with relevant documents that clearly confirm their state of origin. These documents will be used strictly for verification purposes.
SLU management has warned that students who fail to attend may experience delays or complications in their verification and related scholarship processes.
Bottom Line
If you are a fresh 100 or 200 level student of Jigawa State origin at SLU, this screening is mandatory. Missing it could affect your eligibility for state-sponsored benefits.
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