Oko Poly amnesty for overstayed students: apply by 22 October 2026

Federal Polytechnic Oko has opened a one-off amnesty programme for eligible students who have exceeded the maximum period allowed to complete their studies. Applications run from 8 to 22 October 2026.

The Academic Board approved the programme at its meeting on 1 July 2026. It gives eligible students who are willing and able to complete their studies a final opportunity to take carry-over examinations, meet outstanding requirements and graduate under the Polytechnic’s Academic Regulations.

Eligibility requirements

The programme covers students duly admitted to a National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND) programme who have exceeded the maximum study duration set by the Academic Regulations.

Applicants must also meet these conditions:

• They must have been bona fide students of the Polytechnic, with verifiable matriculation records.
• They must not have been dismissed or expelled for examination malpractice, cultism or other serious misconduct, unless the penalty has been formally reviewed and set aside.

How to apply

1. Visit the Federal Polytechnic Oko website.
2. Select the Portal link at the top-right corner of the website.
3. On the portal homepage, select Amnesty Application.
4. Enter the student’s registration number and select Submit.
5. Complete the application form with the required details and select Submit.
6. After the Polytechnic approves the application, visit the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centre for the amnesty to be granted or activated on the portal.
7. After activation, pay the applicable school fees.
8. Complete the required payment and registration processes, then prepare for the examinations.