HATS OFF TO YOU, SMART GRADUANDS!

Smart Graduands,

On this 39th Convocation Ceremonies, we’re so proud of how far you’ve come. Reflect on your journey with fondness and embrace the future and all its gifts.

From late-night study sessions to this moment of triumph, your journey has been incredible. May your future be just as amazing as your graduation day.

Congratulations on your well-deserved success.

39TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY: NOTICE OF HOSTEL BOOKING

Smart Unilorites,

As we warmly welcome graduands of the ‘Better by Far’ University to the 39th Convocation Ceremonies, the Students’ Union has secured affordable accommodations for graduands to ensure a memorable experience at:

•⁠ ⁠Arafims Hostel (Males)
•⁠ ⁠Zamfara Hostel (Females)

Kindly reach out to the contacts provided below for further information on bookings.

Victeg: +2349048673679
Rahma: +2349162237193

We reaffirm our commitment to putting the welfare and wellbeing of every Smart Unilorites first.

REGISTRATION & RENEWAL OF STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND SOCIETIES NOW ONLINE: STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

The registration and renewal window for students' associations, clubs, organizations, and societies is now open for the 2024/2025 academic session and will close on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

The registration which was previously conducted physically has been automated. Please, ensure timely registration of your Association/Organization during this period to avoid any risk of proscription.

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDES FOR REGISTRATION/RENEWAL:

- Register using your University email: https://forms.gle/Q6d8PnK39DRojjHc7
- Await an email confirming your application status.
- If recommended, proceed to make payment.
- Upload the payment receipt using the link provided in the confirmation email.
- Await the outcome of your application review.
- Download the registration certificate for the current academic session.

Note: Failure to renew registration or register for this academic session will result in non-recognition and a prohibition from campus activities.

IMPORTANT NOTICE ON PAYMENT OF 2024/2025 SCHOOL CHARGES BY NELFUND

Smart Unilorites,

We are writing to notify our colleagues whose NELFund Application for the 2024/2025 has been ‘verified’ on the payment of their school charges by Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Please, be informed that the previous NELFund application for the 2023/24 Session has been updated to reflect the new academic year (2024/25 Session).

On this regard, kindly proceed to the school portal - https://portal.unilorin.edu.ng/ to confirm this payment, as we also urge Students with ‘pending’ or ’unverified’ NELFund status to exercise patience as their applications are being reviewed gradually.

We are aware that some students' portals reflect reduced charges, concerned students are advised not to make payment yet, while we interface with the University Administration to resolve this concern. We’ll provide further updates when available.

Furthermore, the Students’ Union is currently working together with the Student Affairs Unit to expedite the verification process before the registration deadline.

In a similar vein, We encourage our colleagues to take advantage of this newly introduced Federal Government’s Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to support their education. We appreciate the transparency and prudence demonstrated by the President Tinubu-led administration, NELFund management, and University Administration in disbursing the loan.

We reiterate our dedication to prioritizing the welfare of all, with transparency and accountability.

RE: SCHEDULED DATE & TIME FOR UNIVERSITY-OWNED HOSTEL BALLOTING AND ALLOCATION (PS & COHS)

Smart Unilorites,

We are writing to inform you of the scheduled date and time for the University-owned Hostel balloting and allocation exercise at both the Permanent Site (PS) and College of Health Sciences (COHS). Please take note of the following details:

Schedule for Hostel Balloting (PS):

Thursday, October 17, 2024
- 200L (Returning) - 9:00 to 10:00 AM
- 300L - 10:30 to 11:30 AM
- 400L - 12:00 to 1:00 PM
- 500L - 1:30 to 2:30 PM
- 600L - 3:00 to 4:00 PM

Friday, October 18, 2024
- 200L (Freshers) - 9:00 to 10:00 AM
- 100L - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Schedule for Hostel Balloting (COHS):

Saturday, October 19, 2024
- All concerned College of Health Sciences Students - 12:00 to 2:00 PM

Kindly be reminded that only students who have completed the payment of their school charges will be eligible to participate in the bed space balloting process on the University portal.

We encourage you to make necessary preparations ahead of the scheduled time.

Thank you.

REDUCTION IN UNIVERSITY-OWNED HOSTEL CHARGES & BALLOTING SCHEDULE

Smart Unilorites,

We acknowledged the reactions of our colleagues, following the announcement of University-owned hostel charges. In a proactive and student-centric manner, while considering the impact of the country’s economic situation, we represented the interest of all Smart Unilorites upon receiving the notification of the increments, and we’re pleased to announce a positive feedback from the University Administration after our robust engagements.

During the engagement, we secured a reduction of ₦8,000 on hostel charges. In respect of this, please take note of the revised charges for the University-owned hostel:
- Abuja & Zamfara Hostel: ₦72,000 now ₦64,000
- ⁠Trunil Hostel: ₦80,800 now ₦72,800
- ⁠Needs Hostel: ₦88,500 now ₦80,500

While our colleagues from the Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences and Clinical Sciences will now pay a total sum of ₦100,664 (Utilities fee inclusive) for 12 months, contrary to 9 months charges for our colleagues at the Permanent Site.

Schedule for Hostel Balloting (PS):

Thursday, October 17, 2024
- 200L (Returning) - 9:00 to 10:00 AM
- 300L - 10:30 to 11:30 AM
- 400L - 12:00 to 1:00 PM
- 500L - 1:30 to 2:30 PM
- 600L - 3:00 to 4:00 PM

Friday, October 18, 2024
- 200L (Freshers) - 9:00 to 10:00 AM
- 100L - 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Please be aware that only students who have completed the payment of their school charges will be eligible to participate in the bedspace balloting process on the University portal.

We reaffirm our commitment to putting the interests and wellbeing of every Smart Unilorites first.