Kashim Ibrahim University (KIU), Maiduguri: Revised Academic Calendar for 2025/2026
The management of Kashim Ibrahim University (KIU), Maiduguri—formerly known as Borno State University (BOSU)—has announced a significant adjustment to its academic schedule for the 2025/2026 session. This revision, which received executive approval from the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Babagana Gutti, on behalf of the Senate, aims to reorganize the examination timeline and administrative breaks.
According to a memo released on February 17, 2026, by Mrs. Aishatu Ali Chiroma (Acting Director of Human Resources) on behalf of the Registrar, students are to proceed on a scheduled break starting from Friday, 6th March 2026.
Key Revised Dates and Deadlines
Students and staff are advised to take note of the following critical dates to ensure proper academic planning:
Event New Date / Period
First Semester Break Commences Friday, 6th March 2026
Resumption from Break Sunday, 22nd March 2026
First Semester Examinations Begin Monday, 23rd March 2026
End of First Semester Examinations Friday, 17th April 2026
Second Semester Resumption Monday, 20th April 2026
Administrative and Academic Implications
The adjustment pushes the examination period into late March and April, requiring students to utilize the upcoming break for intensive revision.
Senate Approval: The Vice-Chancellor exercised executive powers to approve these changes on behalf of the Senate to ensure the university remains on a stable academic footing following its renaming and institutional transitions in 2025.
Renaming Context: It is important to note that all official correspondence should now reflect the institution’s new name, Kashim Ibrahim University, following the 2025 legislative amendment by the Borno State Government.
Examination Readiness: All students must ensure they have completed their course registrations and settled any outstanding fees before the March 23 start date, as the portal for examination dockets is expected to close shortly after resumption from the break.
Preparation for the Second Semester
With the Second Semester slated to begin on Monday, 20th April 2026, there is a very narrow window between the conclusion of exams and the start of new lectures. Students are encouraged to manage their time efficiently during the three-week examination period to prepare for the swift transition to the next phase of the academic session.