The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has officially announced the schedule for its 38th Matriculation Ceremony, marking the formal induction of newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The announcement, released through the Office of the Registrar, confirms that the ceremony will hold on Monday, 16 February 2026. The event represents a significant milestone for fresh students, as it formally integrates them into the university community.

Matriculation at FUTMINNA is not merely ceremonial. it is a compulsory academic exercise where new students take an oath of allegiance to the institution and receive their official matriculation numbers.

Date, Venue, and Programme Details

To accommodate students and invited guests, the university has scheduled both a rehearsal and the main ceremony at its main campus in Gidan Kwano.

Mandatory Rehearsal

• Date: Friday, 13 February 2026
  
• Time: 2:30 p.m.
  
• Venue: Convocation Square, Gidan Kwano
  

Main Matriculation Ceremony

• Date: Monday, 16 February 2026
  
• Time: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Venue: Convocation Square, Gidan Kwano
  

All matriculating students must be seated in full academic regalia by 9:30 a.m. on the day of the ceremony to allow for the formal academic procession.

Why the Rehearsal Is Important

FUTMINNA has emphasized that attendance at the rehearsal is mandatory. The session is designed to guide students through:

• The order and significance of the academic procession
  
• Proper conduct during the entry of the university mace (symbol of authority)
  
• Recitation of the matriculation oath
  
• Seating arrangements for each school
  

The rehearsal ensures the ceremony runs smoothly and maintains the university’s established traditions.

Academic Gown Collection Guidelines

Students must collect their academic gowns before the ceremony.

Collection Details:

• Date: Friday, 13 February 2026
  
• Collection Point: School Secretaries within respective schools
  
• Requirement: Printed evidence of payment for the 2025/2026 school fees
  

The university has clearly stated that gowns will only be issued to students who have completed their financial clearance.

Gown Return Policy

All academic gowns must be returned within 24 hours after the ceremony. Failure to comply may attract penalties or affect subsequent registration processes.

Significance of the Matriculation Oath

At FUTMINNA, matriculation carries legal and academic weight. By taking the oath and signing the Matriculation Register, students formally commit to:

• Upholding academic excellence, particularly in science and technology disciplines
  
• Maintaining discipline and refraining from prohibited associations
  
• Protecting university facilities, including laboratories and research equipment
  

Students who fail to participate in the ceremony without official approval risk jeopardizing their admission status.

Invitation to Parents and the Public

The university leadership, including the Vice-Chancellor and Registrar, has extended an open invitation to parents, guardians, and well-wishers to attend the ceremony.

The 38th Matriculation Ceremony reflects FUTMINNA’s continued dedication to innovation and excellence as it prepares a new generation of engineers, scientists, and technology leaders.

The announcement was issued by Mrs. Omolola O. Alhassan (JP), Deputy Registrar (Academic), for the Registrar.