The Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara (DESPO) has officially confirmed the start date for the second semester of the 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement, issued through the Office of the Registrar and signed by Efedi Chukwuemeke, directs all students and staff to return to campus on Monday, March 23, 2026.

This marks the transition from the first-semester examination phase into a new academic stretch focused on coursework, practical training, and, for final-year students, project completion and evaluation.

Why This Resumption Date Matters

The late-March return is designed to give students adequate time to recover from the academic demands of the first semester. However, the Polytechnic’s management has emphasized that this period should be used wisely.

For ND and HND students, the second semester is often the most demanding, as it features:

• Advanced laboratory and workshop practicals
• Departmental projects and presentations
• Final-year project defense and submission (for ND II and HND II students)

Resuming late can create setbacks that affect course registration, lecture attendance, and overall academic performance.

What Students Must Do After Returning

Once campus activities resume on March 23, students are expected to complete their semester documentation promptly. The Polytechnic uses a digital registration system supported by physical verification at the departmental level.

Standard Registration Process

1. Confirm Fee Status
   Ensure all school fees and related charges have been fully cleared before proceeding.
2. Register Courses Online
   Log in to the official portal at ogharapoly.edu.ng to select your semester courses. Students are advised to consult their Course Advisers to avoid missing compulsory modules.
3. Print and Submit Forms
   After completing online registration, print your course form and submit it to your Departmental Office for endorsement and record-keeping.

Students who fail to complete this process within the approved timeframe risk being barred from lectures and continuous assessments.

Academic Rules to Keep in Mind

DESPO maintains strict academic policies, especially during the second semester, which typically runs on a tighter schedule.

Attendance Requirement

Students must attend at least 70% of all lectures and practical sessions to qualify for end-of-semester examinations.

CGPA Classification System

Academic performance is measured using the following scale:

• Distinction: 3.50 and above
• Upper Credit: 3.00 – 3.49
• Lower Credit: 2.50 – 2.99
• Pass: 2.00 – 2.49
• Fail: Below 2.00

For graduating students, this semester also determines eligibility for project submission and clearance for convocation.

Campus Readiness and Student Support

The Polytechnic’s leadership has circulated the resumption directive to all Deans and Heads of Departments to ensure lecture halls, laboratories, and workshops are prepared ahead of students’ return.

The Student Union Government (SUG) will also be active during the first week of resumption, assisting students especially those new to campus with directions, accommodation guidance, and general orientation around Otefe and Oghara town.

Off-campus students are encouraged to finalize housing arrangements early and comply with the institution’s security guidelines and dress code, which are enforced at campus entry points.

Official Contact Details

For accurate updates and support, students are advised to rely only on verified school channels:

• Administrative Office: P.M.B. 03, Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria
• Email: registrar@ogharapoly.edu.ng
• Website: ogharapoly.edu.ng

Avoid depending on unofficial social media pages or group chats for academic instructions.

Final Word to Students

As the second semester approaches, DESPO management reaffirms its commitment to its vision of “Technology for Entrepreneurship.” Students are encouraged to return prepared academically, financially, and mentally for a semester that often defines progression, graduation, and career readiness.

Start making your travel and study plans now. Let Monday, March 23, 2026, mark the beginning of a focused and successful academic run at Otefe-Oghara.