The Management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI) hereby informs all students and the general university community that the Vice-Chancellor has approved an extension for the reopening of the university hostels.
The earlier advertised date of 25th April 2026 has been adjusted by 10 days to ensure the successful completion of ongoing maintenance and repairs in the various halls of residence.
I. NEW REOPENING SCHEDULE
Students are advised to take note of the revised timing for hostel access:
- New Reopening Date: Tuesday, 5th May 2026
- Time: From 2:00 PM
- Purpose: Completion of essential facility repairs and infrastructure upgrades.
II. ACADEMIC RESUMPTION REMAINS UNCHANGED
Please be strictly informed that this extension applies only to the residential hostels.
- Academic Calendar: The postponement of the hostel reopening does not affect the official resumption date for the 2nd Semester of the 2025/2026 academic session.
- Attendance: All students are expected to resume their academic activities and attend lectures as previously scheduled, regardless of the hostel maintenance delay.
III. STUDENT ADVISORY
- Travel Plans: Students are encouraged to adjust their travel itineraries to align with the new Tuesday, May 5th date to avoid being stranded.
- Off-Campus Students: Students residing off-campus are expected to resume lectures fully according to the academic calendar.
CONCLUSION: COMMITMENT TO STUDENT WELFARE
Management regrets any inconvenience this adjustment may cause. This decision was made to ensure that students return to safer, better-maintained, and more comfortable accommodation facilities.
Signed:
Management
Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI)