Orientation Programme for Newly Admitted Postgraduate Students – 2026 Academic Session
The School of Postgraduate Studies, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, is pleased to announce the Orientation Programme for all newly admitted postgraduate students for the 2026 academic session.
This mandatory programme is designed to formally introduce fresh postgraduate students to the university’s academic environment, policies, structures, and expectations, thereby facilitating a smooth transition into postgraduate studies.
Programme Details
Date: Tuesday, 21st April, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM Prompt
Venue: Auditorium, Main Campus, IBBU, Lapai
All newly admitted postgraduate students are strongly advised to arrive early and be seated before the commencement of the programme to ensure orderly proceedings.
Mandatory Attendance
Attendance at the Orientation Programme is compulsory for every newly admitted postgraduate student. The programme forms an essential component of the academic onboarding process. Students who fail to attend may miss critical information necessary for their successful progression through the postgraduate programme.
Objectives of the Orientation Programme The orientation has been carefully structured to equip participants with vital information on the following:
- Academic regulations and postgraduate expectations
- Research standards, dissertation requirements, and thesis guidelines
- Course structure, credit system, and evaluation procedures
- Available academic and administrative support services
- Campus culture, student responsibilities, and academic integrity
The programme will also provide opportunities for interaction with faculty members, senior administrative staff, and fellow postgraduate students.
What Students Should Expect
Participants will receive comprehensive guidance on navigating postgraduate studies successfully, including key timelines, research processes, scholarly writing standards, and effective study strategies. Presentations will be delivered by key university officials on important institutional policies and procedures.
Additional Information
For further enquiries and updates, students are advised to visit the Postgraduate School portal: https://ibbu.edu.ng/pgapp
Contact: 📞 08036114904 📞 09155428322
Final Note
The School of Postgraduate Studies urges all newly admitted students to treat this Orientation Programme with the seriousness it deserves. It marks the official commencement of your postgraduate journey at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University and lays the foundation for a successful and fulfilling academic experience.
We look forward to welcoming you to this important session.
Signed:
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai
