Edith CHUKU
The University of Port Harcourt UNIPORT, has announced Monday, November 30, 2026, as the official date for the commencement of lectures for 2026/2027 academic session.
The new resumption date was announced in a statement made available to TNN on Friday, by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Dr. Sam Kpenu, where fresh and returning students were urged to complete their registration.
Following the new schedule, students currently undertaking their three-month industrial training IT programme, which runs from October to December, are expected to conclude the exercise and return to campus to resume academic activities.
The university management also enjoined staff to take note of the newly announced resumption date and be guided accordingly.
“This is to inform all fresh and returning students of the University of Port Harcourt that lectures for the 2026/2027 Academic Session will commence on Monday, November 30, 2026.
“Meanwhile, registration for the new academic session is still ongoing. All fresh and returning students are therefore advised to continue with their respective registration formalities and ensure that they complete the process as required.
“The provost, college of health sciences, deans, directors and heads of departments are requested to make the necessary preparations to ensure a smooth commencement of academic activities.
“All staff and students are enjoined to take note of this information and be guided accordingly.”
