The Federal University of Technology, Minna is set to graduate 5,297 students for the 2024/2025 academic session, with 111 students obtaining a first-class degree.
The Vice Chancellor, Professor Faruk Kuta, disclosed this while addressing the press as part of activities to mark the 34th convocation of the institution, scheduled for February 1,
One hundred and twenty four candidates also bagged the Doctor of Philosophy PhD).
While giving a breakdown, Professor Faruk Kuta said a total of 5,297 students would be graduating, comprising 4,438 undergraduates, 633 master’s graduates, 73 post-graduate diplomas and 153 PhD Recipients.
According to him, 1,525 students will be awarded Second Class Upper, 2,134 students will be awarded Second Class Lower, 631 students will be awarded Third Class, and 37 students will be awarded Pass Degrees.
Professor Kuta further added that despite the challenges faced by the institution, all the programmes in the University had attained full accreditation and have implemented e-learning platforms.
He said, “the institution has established College of Medical Sciences and Health Technology with full approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC), as the pioneer students had commenced academic activities in the 2025/2026 session across all the programmes which includes: MMBS Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), Human Anatomy, Physiology, Biotechnology, Procurement, and Logistics Management.
He also revealed that the University has attracted two major global research grants in 2025, which include a 3-million-dollar ICT development grant from the United Kingdom.
For the transportation and accommodation issues faced by the university, the Vice Chancellor emphasised that they are working around the clock to tackle the situation.
The press briefing is preparatory to the 34th convocation ceremony and 43rd founders day celebrations to be held at the main campus of the institution, Gidan Kwanu on February 1.
(Editor: Anoyoyo Ogiagboviogie)
