By Chidinma Nwobodo

The management of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has announced Monday, October 12, 2026 as the resumption date for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The announcement was contained in a circular issued by the university and signed by the Registrar, Sir Ambrose Ugwu.

While reaffirming that the 2025/2026 session has ended following the conclusion of second term examinations, the circular further noted that returning and fresh students are expected to resume for academic activities on the date.

“This is to inform the University Community that 2025/2026 academic session has been concluded and students are now on vacation.

“Resumption of academic activities for 2026/2027 session for both fresh and continuing students will commence effectively on Monday, 12 October, 2026.” the statement said

The management further gave a one-month deadline for lecturers to submit their 2nd semester results to facilitate other activities ahead of time

“In compliance with the University regulations, results for the Semester examinations are expected to be submitted within one month for consideration by the Result Committee

“This among others, would facilitate the change of course process and the consideration of candidates in their respective programmes of study.”

While announcing that the school has embarked on vacation, it directed that the University staff and ESUT College of Medicine are not affected by the holiday.

It could be recalled that the 2025/2026 second semester ended on August 10, following the conclusion of examinations.