The Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji (FUADSI) has officially announced that Monday, 19 January 2026 will mark the beginning of its very first academic session. The management disclosed this in a formal statement approved by university authorities and signed by the Registrar, Tunde Muritala Afolabi, as part of preparations for the institution’s formal take-off and academic activities.

This date signals a major milestone for FUADSI, a newly established federal university created to expand access to higher education and drive innovation in agriculture and development studies in Nigeria. Pioneer students admitted into the school have been urged to be on campus on the resumption date to begin both academic and administrative activities for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Mandatory Screening and Reporting Requirements

As part of the official resumption programme, FUADSI has scheduled a mandatory physical screening and verification exercise that will run from 19 January to 23 January 2026. Attendance by all newly admitted students is compulsory and is a prerequisite for full registration and eventual matriculation into the university.

During the screening, students will be required to present key documentation, including but not limited to:

• FUADSI admission slip printed from the university’s admission portal
  
• Original JAMB UTME results with passport photograph
  
• O’Level certificates (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB) and the respective scratch cards
  
• Birth certificate or sworn declaration of age
  
• State of origin/Local Government identification
  
• FUADSI screening application form and post-UTME result slip
  
• At least 12 recent passport photos on a red background
  
• Medical clearance forms and fitness certificate from a government hospital
  
• Acceptance and JAMB admission letter printed from CAPS
  
• Two attestation letters from a clergy member or official of Grade Level 13 and above
  
• Evidence of acceptance and medical fee payments generated through Remita RRR receipts
  

Students have also been advised to bring their own writing materials and file jackets to ensure smooth processing during the screening exercise.

Setting a Tone for Excellence

FUADSI’s leadership has described the upcoming resumption and screening as foundational events that will set the tone for high academic standards, discipline, and transparency in the life of the new university. Pioneer students were congratulated for earning admission into the institution’s first cohort and were assured of a warm welcome from the campus community.

The university has asked that questions or requests for additional information be directed to the Admissions Office via the official channels, underlining the importance of authentic communication as the institution prepares to open its doors to students.