UNIZIK Commences First Semester Examinations for 2025/2026 Academic Session

The first semester examinations for the 2025/2026 Academic Session officially commenced on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, marking a significant academic milestone for students across various faculties and centres.

In his address to students before the commencement of the examinations, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Stanley Anyaehie, emphasized the importance of discipline, hard work, and integrity. He urged students to approach their examinations with confidence, adequate preparation, and a calm mindset, noting that anxiety often undermines performance.

He further reminded students that they are ambassadors of the University and must conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the institution’s reputation for academic excellence. Stressing zero tolerance for examination malpractice, the Vice-Chancellor warned that any student found engaging in dishonest practices would face the full weight of the University’s regulations. According to him, no circumstance justifies compromising one’s integrity.

A monitoring team from the Public Relations Unit, led by the Ag. PRO, Mr. Njelita Louis, undertook a tour of various examination centres to assess the level of compliance and organization. The team reported that examinations commenced promptly across the centres visited, reflecting effective coordination by the University’s management and academic units.

Students were observed to be orderly, composed, and fully engaged in their examination papers. Invigilators, supervisors, and examination coordinators were present at their designated posts, ensuring strict adherence to examination guidelines. There was visible compliance with seating arrangements and other regulatory measures put in place to guarantee transparency and fairness

The monitoring team visited departments and examination venues under the following faculties like Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Biosciences, Faculty of Physical Sciences, JUPEB Centre and The Digital Library (for Computer-Based Tests)

At the Digital Library, where Computer-Based Tests (CBT) were conducted, technical arrangements were reported to be functioning effectively, with students smoothly accessing their examination platforms under proper supervision.

The successful commencement of the examinations underscores the University’s continued commitment to maintaining high academic standards and ensuring a conducive environment for learning and assessment. The orderly atmosphere recorded on the first day reflects adequate preparation by the University authorities and cooperation from students.

As the examinations continue, the University Management encourages all students to remain focused, adhere strictly to laid-down rules, and demonstrate the values of integrity and excellence that define Nnamdi Azikiwe University.

The Management wishes all students a successful and hitch-free examination period.