Edo State University Postpones Physical Resumption Due to Hostel Renovations (New Date TBA)
Summary
Edo State University postpones undergraduate/JUPEB physical resumption due to hostel renovations. Online lectures continue; 70% attendance mandatory. Postgraduate students resume Jan 12.
Edo State University Postpones Physical Resumption Due to Hostel Renovations (New Date TBA)
Edo State University Iyamho has postponed the physical resumption of undergraduate and JUPEB students following an Emergency Senate Meeting on January 7, 2026. The postponement is due to ongoing renovation works in the university's Halls of Residence.
Who Is Affected
- Undergraduate students: Physical resumption postponed, online lectures continue
- JUPEB students: Physical resumption postponed, online lectures continue
- Postgraduate students: Resume physically on Monday, January 12, 2026 (not affected by postponement)
What Students Must Do Now
For Undergraduate and JUPEB Students
- Continue attending online lectures: Online classes are already in progress and remain mandatory
- Maintain 70% attendance: You must attend at least 70% of lectures to be eligible for exams
- Stay updated: Monitor official university communications for the new physical resumption date
- Do not come to campus: Wait for official announcement before traveling to Iyamho
For Postgraduate Students
Postgraduate students should resume physically as scheduled on Monday, January 12, 2026. The hostel renovation does not affect postgraduate resumption.
Why the Postponement
The university management made this decision because renovation works in student hostels (Halls of Residence) are still ongoing. Students cannot resume physically until these accommodations are ready and safe for occupancy.
New Resumption Date
The university has not announced a specific new resumption date. According to the official notice, "a new date for physical resumption will be communicated in due course."
Students should check:
- Official university portal and notice boards
- Department and faculty announcements
- University official social media channels
Important Reminder: Attendance Still Counts
Even though physical resumption is postponed, your lecture attendance during the online period counts toward the mandatory 70% requirement. Missing online classes because you're waiting for physical resumption will affect your exam eligibility.
Treat online lectures with the same seriousness as physical classes—they're not optional.
