The University of Abuja has issued a warning to prospective students and the general public regarding fraudulent admission-related messages circulating ahead of the 2026/2027 academic session. The institution clarified that it has not released any official advertisement, announcement, or details concerning admissions for the upcoming session.
University of Abuja Admission Scam Alert
In a notice released by its management, the university stated that it has become aware of misleading information being disseminated by unauthorized individuals, websites, and social media accounts claiming to provide updates on the admission exercise. The university emphasized that the 2026/2027 admission process has not yet commenced, and no official information has been published.
The institution urged candidates to disregard any messages suggesting otherwise and to avoid engaging with individuals or groups requesting payments or offering admission assistance outside approved channels. Only information released through the university's recognized communication platforms should be considered authentic.
Official Channels for Admission Updates
To help prospective applicants verify information, the university directed the public to rely on its official website, email address, and verified social media accounts for updates concerning admissions and other institutional matters. Management also advised candidates to remain vigilant, as fraudsters often take advantage of admission periods to deceive unsuspecting applicants.
The university reiterated that it will not accept responsibility for losses suffered by individuals who choose to transact with unauthorized persons or rely on unofficial publications.
UniAbuja Promises Jobs for Top Graduates
In a separate development, the University of Abuja, recently renamed Yakubu Gowon University, has announced a new incentive for academic excellence as it prepares for its combined 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies. Vice Chancellor Hakeem Fawehinmi disclosed that the institution will offer automatic employment to its best graduating students from the two academic sessions under review.
He spoke during a media briefing held at the university’s main campus ahead of the convocation events scheduled from April 10 to April 18, 2026, as reported by Punch.
Graduation Figures and Academic Performance Breakdown
A total of 12,624 students are set to graduate from the 2022 to 2024 academic sessions. The breakdown shows 7,158 graduates for the 2022 to 2023 session and 5,466 for the 2023 to 2024 session. Academic performance data revealed that 77 students earned First Class honours in the earlier set, while 29 achieved the same distinction in the latter group. Other categories included Second Class Upper, Second Class Lower, and Third Class degrees across both cohorts.
Vice Chancellor Fawehinmi stated: “Overall, a total of 12,624 students will graduate. As part of our commitment to the development and advancement of our graduates, the overall best graduating students of both sets will be given automatic employment in the university.”
List of Universities That Have Released Admission Forms
Meanwhile, following the conclusion of the 2026 UTME, some tertiary institutions have begun the sales of admission forms. Here is the list of universities that have so far released their Post-UTME or admission forms for the 2026/2027 academic session.
