UNIJOS Issues Notice on Outstanding School Charges Ahead of Examinations
The Bursary Department of University of Jos (UNIJOS) has released an official memo addressing the issue of outstanding school charges among students, particularly as the 2025/2026 sessional examinations approach.
The memo, referenced UJ/FIN/AO/10 and dated 9th March, 2026, was directed to all Faculty Finance Officers to ensure proper enforcement of the university’s financial regulations.
The notice was signed by Emmanuel Udah, Senior Deputy Bursar, on behalf of the Bursar.
Reminder on the University’s Financial Mandate
According to the memo, the Bursary Department operates under the provisions of the University of Jos Act, Cap. U8, which mandates the department to collect all monies due to the university.
Following a recent review of students’ financial records, the department discovered that many students—especially returning students—still have outstanding school charges that remain unpaid.
The university management therefore emphasized the need for all students to settle their fees before the commencement of examinations.
Key Directives from the University Management
To ensure strict compliance with the payment policy, the management of University of Jos outlined several important directives.
1. Payment Required Before Examinations
Students will not be allowed to sit for the 2025/2026 sessional examinations unless they can present valid proof that their school charges have been fully paid.
2. Cash Payments Prohibited
The university has clearly stated that cash payments will not be accepted under any circumstances.
3. Payments Must Be Made to the Official University Account
All school charges must be paid directly into the official bank account of the University of Jos. This measure is intended to ensure transparency and proper documentation of all payments.
4. Warning Against Unauthorized Payments
Students have been strongly warned not to pay any money to individual staff members or personal accounts. Payments made outside the designated university account will not be recognized by the institution.
5. Verification of Payment Evidence
Staff members of the Bursary Department will conduct on-the-spot verification of payment receipts to confirm the authenticity of students’ evidence of payment.
6. Compliance Is Mandatory
Students have been advised to strictly follow the payment instructions, as anyone who fails to comply with these directives will bear the consequences.
Advice to Students
The Bursary Department encouraged all students of University of Jos to clear any outstanding fees immediately to avoid complications during the examination period.
Students are also advised to keep proper records of their payment receipts and other financial documents, as these may be required during verification.
Final Remarks
In closing, the Bursary Department expressed its best wishes to members of the university community for a smooth and successful 2025/2026 sessional examination period.
The memo was officially signed by Emmanuel Udah, Senior Deputy Bursar, on behalf of the Bursar of University of Jos.