In a significant move to support the student body, the Management of Ekiti State University (EKSU) has announced an immediate reduction of the late registration fee. The fee, which briefly appeared as ₦10,000 on the portal, has been officially slashed to ₦5,000.An official statement released by the EKSU Student Union (EKSU-SU) on January 25, 2026, clarified that the higher charge was never an intended policy but rather a "technical configuration error" during the portal's update.
Key Updates and Resolution Measures
Following high-level discussions between the Student Union leadership and university management, the following measures have been put in place: Fee Rectification: The ICT directorate has successfully reconfigured the portal. The late registration fee is now accurately reflected as ₦5,000.Refunds for Overpayment: For students who already paid the incorrect ₦10,000 fee, the university is implementing a "seamless reconciliation process. "Option A: A direct refund of the excess ₦5,000.Option B: Crediting the excess amount toward the student's next academic charge or semester fee.
Official Apology: The university management expressed regret for the financial anxiety this discrepancy caused, reaffirming their dedication to a transparent administrative process.
Student Action Plan: Next Steps All "Eksuites" currently undergoing the registration process are advised to follow these steps to ensure their records are up to date: Verify the Portal: Log in to your student dashboard to confirm that the late registration fee reflects the updated ₦5,000 amount before making payment.
Complete Registration: Proceed with your course and school fees registration immediately to avoid missing the final deadline. Monitor Refunds: If you are among those who overpaid, keep a copy of your ₦10,000 payment receipt. Monitor the university's official ICT notices for the specific timeline of the credit/refund process.
Summary of Fee Changes Description
Previous (Error) Rate Current (Approved) Rate Late Registration Fee ₦10,000₦ 5,000StatusCorrectedActiveRefund Eligibility Yes (Excess ₦5,000)N/A The statement was officially endorsed by the EKSU-SU President, Osunyomi Hezekiah Anjola, and the General Secretary, Ojotu Olamipo Opemipo. They have urged all students to take advantage of this rectification and finalize their academic status for the session.