University of Ibadan Issues Comprehensive Guidelines to New Students as Academic Session Commences
The University of Ibadan (UI), Nigeria's premier higher education institution, has released important directives for all newly admitted undergraduate students as the 2025/2026 academic session officially begins. The institution has mandated fresh students to verify their matriculation numbers and confirm their official university email addresses through a dedicated online portal.
Essential Verification Process for New Undergraduates
According to official communications from the Virtual Orientation Programme Resources, newly admitted students must complete a crucial verification process to access university systems and resources. The institution has provided clear step-by-step instructions for this procedure:
- Open a web browser on any device
- Navigate to the specific URL: https://mis.ui.edu.ng/hallmatric
- Enter the required credentials accurately
- Use your JAMB Registration Number as the username
- Input your surname as the password
- Click the submit button to complete the process
Upon successful completion, students will immediately see their official matriculation number and institutional email address displayed on the screen. This verification represents a critical first step in the university's registration and orientation process for incoming undergraduates.
Virtual Learning Commences for Fresh Students
In a parallel development, the university registrar, Ganiyu Saliu, has confirmed that online lectures for the 2025/2026 freshman cohort have officially begun. The virtual academic program commenced on Monday, January 19, 2026, and will continue for an initial period of six weeks according to the established academic calendar.
The university administration has clarified that only students who have received official clearance from the admissions office are eligible to participate in these virtual classes. Students experiencing difficulties accessing online learning resources have been directed to contact the admissions office directly through the official email address: admissions.ui.edu.ng for immediate assistance and resolution.
Enhanced Communication Channels Established
To facilitate better communication and community building among new students, the University of Ibadan has implemented additional communication strategies. Fresh students received personalized invitations via their registered mobile numbers on Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25, 2026, to join dedicated WhatsApp communities specifically created for academic interactions and peer support during the virtual learning period.
The university administration has emphasized that physical presence on campus is not required during this initial phase of the academic session. However, students have been strongly advised to regularly monitor the official university website for important updates regarding fee structures, registration deadlines, and other critical academic information that may be released throughout the session.
Technical Support and Institutional Background
For technical assistance related to online learning platforms and resources, the university has established a dedicated support channel. Students can send detailed inquiries to the official support email address: learnersupport@stu.ui.edu.ng for prompt responses and troubleshooting assistance.
Established in 1932 as Nigeria's first university, the University of Ibadan has evolved from its origins as an affiliated college of the University of London to become a fully independent institution since 1962. The university maintains a comprehensive academic portfolio across sixteen distinct faculties, offering diverse programs in fields ranging from basic medical sciences and clinical medicine to agriculture, social sciences, education, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, technology, law, public health, dentistry, economics, renewable natural resources, and environmental design and management.
The institution boasts one of Africa's largest postgraduate schools, with undergraduate and postgraduate populations maintaining a balanced distribution. Approximately one-third of the total student body resides in university-managed halls of residence, while the Distance Learning Centre provides flexible educational opportunities for students unable to attend traditional in-person classes.
Beyond academic excellence, the University of Ibadan maintains significant environmental conservation initiatives through its zoological and botanical gardens, which house endangered species and support dedicated conservation programs. The institution's distinguished alumni include Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka and renowned novelist Chinua Achebe, reflecting its longstanding commitment to producing leaders across various fields of human endeavor.
