The Management of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), through the Office of the Registrar, has formally issued an internal memorandum dated April 2, 2026, regarding the academic calendar. This directive serves to notify all students, parents, and the university community that the previously scheduled resumption date has been officially deferred.
The university administration emphasizes that this decision was reached after careful deliberation to ensure that all logistical and administrative frameworks are fully optimized before students return to campus.
REVISED RESUMPTION STATUS AND RATIONALE
According to the memorandum signed by Dr. John U. David, FCA, the scheduled return of students originally fixed for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, will no longer hold. The postponement is attributed to the following critical factors:
- Easter Festivities: To allow students and staff sufficient time to observe the Easter holiday period with their families.
- Administrative Regularization: To address unresolved internal matters that are essential for maintaining a smooth, conducive, and safe academic environment.
- Campus Readiness: To ensure that all facility maintenance and security protocols are fully operational before the commencement of the new semester.
DIRECTIVE TO STUDENTS
In light of this development, the University Management provides the following guidance to the student body:
- Stay at Home: All students are advised to remain at their respective homes and refrain from traveling to the campus until further notice.
- Official Channels: Students should disregard any unofficial resumption dates circulating on social media. The new date will be communicated exclusively through the Official University Website and verified internal memos.
- Academic Preparedness: Students are encouraged to utilize this extended period for private study and to complete any pending registration formalities that can be done remotely.
MANAGEMENT APPRECIATION AND COMMITMENT
The University Management expresses its sincere appreciation for the patience, understanding, and cooperation demonstrated by the students during this transition period. The administration remains committed to providing a world-class learning experience and ensuring that the welfare of every "Tarkalite" is prioritized.
CONCLUSION: STANDBY FOR FURTHER UPDATES
Further information regarding the specific new resumption date will be released in due course following the resolution of the pending administrative tasks.
Signed:
Dr. John U. David, FCA
Registrar