The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-Iyin), has announced Monday, October 12, 2026, as resumption date for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The Pioneer Vice-Chancellor, Professor Gbenga Aribisala, disclosed this during the institution’s maiden press conference held in Iyin-Ekiti.
Aribisala said returning students are expected to resume on Monday, October 12, while fresh students will resume on Monday, November 2, 2026.
“I am happy to inform you that the university completed the first academic session (2025/2026) this month (August), while the 2026/2027 academic session will begin on October 12, 2026,” the Vice-Chancellor said.
The University, it would be recalled, commenced academic activities on January 5, 2026, and successfully completed its maiden academic session in August 2026.
Speaking on the importance of maintaining a predictable academic structure, Aribisala said the university is committed to ensuring that students progress through their programmes without unnecessary disruption or delay.
He reiterated that the institution will continue to maintain a stable academic calendar, with academic activities, examinations, results processing and other academic processes properly coordinated to support timely completion of students’ programmes.
The Vice-Chancellor added that management remains focused on consolidating the gains of the maiden session, strengthening academic delivery and creating a conducive environment for teaching, learning and research.
