The Management of Southern Delta University (SDU), Ozoro—formerly known as Delta State University of Science and Technology (DSUST)—has issued a stern and final reminder to all students regarding the settlement of outstanding tuition fees. As the First Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 academic session draw near, the university has reaffirmed its commitment to financial discipline through a strict "No Fees, No Exam" policy.
This directive is not merely a formality but a mandatory operational standard that will be overseen by the newly inaugurated Task Force Committee for School Fees Drive. This committee has been empowered to conduct rigorous on-the-spot checks at all examination venues to ensure total compliance.
Key Deadlines and Enforcement Timeline
To ensure a smooth academic progression, students must adhere to the following schedule:
Examination Commencement: Monday, March 2, 2026.
Final Payment Deadline: Saturday, February 28, 2026 (or before the start of the first paper).
The Policy: Students without a verified fee clearance will be barred from entering the examination halls and will not be permitted to sit for any papers.
The Task Force Committee for School Fees Drive
The inauguration of the Task Force represents a significant step in the university's efforts to regularize revenue collection. The committee's mandate includes:
Verification of Payment Slips: Authenticating bank tellers and online payment receipts at the entrance of every hall.
Access Control: Physically restricting access to students who cannot provide evidence of full payment or approved installments.
Data Reconciliation: Working closely with the Bursary Department and the MIS Unit to ensure that student portals reflect their true financial status in real-time.
Instructions for Different Categories of Students
The university management has provided specific guidance to ensure no student is unfairly disadvantaged during the drive:
- Fresh Students (100 Level)
Freshers must ensure that their Acceptance Fees and the full component of their tuition have been settled. Clearance into the examination hall for new students will also require the presentation of a signed and stamped Admissions Clearance Form. - Returning Students
Returning students who have carried over outstanding balances from previous sessions are urged to clear those backlogs immediately. The "No Fees" rule applies to both current and previous debts. - Scholarship and Bursary Recipients
Students expecting payments from state bursaries or external scholarship boards should visit the Bursary Department before February 28th to provide documentation of their status. Only students with official university-approved waivers or deferments will be exempted from the immediate "No Exam" restriction.
Safe Payment Channels
To avoid issues of extortion or unverified payments, Management reiterates that all fees must be paid through the official University Portal.
Portal Link: https://dsust.edu.ng/ (Note: Students should continue using the existing digital infrastructure during the institutional name transition).
Caution: Payments made through unauthorized third parties or "bank transfers" to private accounts will not be recognized by the Task Force.
Conclusion: Prioritizing Academic Progress
The Vice-Chancellor and the Governing Council enjoin all parents, guardians, and students to treat this notice with the utmost urgency. The university’s goal is not to hinder academic progress but to ensure the sustainable funding of the high-quality facilities and specialized faculties that define Southern Delta University.
Don't wait until the morning of March 2nd to scramble for receipts. Ensure your portal is green and your receipts are printed today to avoid the stress and embarrassment of being turned away at the examination door.