"University of Abuja officially renamed Yakubu Gowon University ā Post-UTME continues, deadline Aug 26. FUTMINNA clearance begins today with deadline extended to Aug 23. FUNAAB releases admission list. Check all deadlines and updates."
CampusAI Morning Briefing: UNIABUJA Renamed to Yakubu Gowon University, FUTMINNA Clearance Begins ā August 20, 2026
Published: August 20, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
š Overview
Today marks a significant day in the 2026/2027 admission cycle as the University of Abuja has been officially renamed to Yakubu Gowon University. The confirmation came via the university's verified X account, and the Post-UTME registration continues with the deadline still set for August 26.
Meanwhile, FUTMINNA has commenced its clearance process today, with its registration deadline extended to August 23. FUNAAB has also released its admission list, and candidates are advised to check their status on the university portal and JAMB CAPS.
This briefing covers all the urgent updates, deadlines, and action plans for Thursday, August 20, 2026.
š“ Breaking News: UNIABUJA Renamed to Yakubu Gowon University
The University of Abuja has been officially renamed Yakubu Gowon University. The announcement was confirmed via the university's verified X account.
| Detail | Information |
|--------|-------------|
| Former Name | University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) |
| New Name | Yakubu Gowon University |
| Status | ā
Officially renamed |
| Post-UTME Registration | Ongoing |
| Deadline | August 26, 2026 |
| Minimum UTME Score | 180 |
> š Note: Candidates who have already registered for UNIABUJA Post-UTME do not need to re-register. The change is in name only ā all processes remain the same.
š FUTMINNA Clearance Begins Today
The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has commenced its clearance process for the 2026/2027 admission exercise. The registration deadline has also been extended to August 23, 2026.
Key Clearance Details
| Detail | Information |
|--------|-------------|
| Institution | Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) |
| Clearance Status | ā
Begins Today |
| Registration Deadline | August 23, 2026 (Extended) |
| Minimum UTME Score | 150 |
| Clearance Portal | eportal.futminna.edu.ng/ePortal_V2/utme/ |
What to Know About FUTMINNA Clearance
- ā
Clearance is FREE ā Do not pay anyone claiming to fast-track it
- ā
Comes in batches ā Not everyone is cleared on day one; keep checking
- ā ļø Cleared ā Admitted ā Clearance means you're eligible for consideration, not a guarantee
- ā ļø Awaiting Result candidates ā You cannot be screened until your O'Level is uploaded and registration completed
How to Check Status:
1. Visit: eportal.futminna.edu.ng/ePortal_V2/utme/
2. Log in with your JAMB Registration Number
3. Check your clearance status
š FUNAAB Releases 2026/2027 Admission List
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has released its 2026/2027 admission list.
| Detail | Information |
|--------|-------------|
| Institution | Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) |
| Admission List | ā
Released |
| How to Check | FUNAAB admission portal + JAMB CAPS |
> š Reminder: If offered admission, accept on JAMB CAPS promptly to secure your slot.
š UI Departmental Cutoffs 2026/2027
The University of Ibadan (UI) has released its full departmental aggregate cutoffs across Merit, Catchment, and ELDS categories.
Selected UI Cutoffs
| Programme | Merit | Catchment | ELDS |
|-----------|-------|-----------|------|
| Medicine and Surgery | 80.00 | 80.00 | 73.50 |
| Software Engineering | 75.375 | 75.375 | 57.875 |
| Nursing Science | 74.50 | 74.50 | 67.125 |
| Computer Science | 74.125 | 74.125 | 60.00 |
| Dentistry | 72.875 | 72.875 | 62.875 |
| Law | 71.00 | 71.00 | 69.125 |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 71.25 | 71.25 | 54.25 |
| Pharmacy | 70.375 | 70.375 | 68.625 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 70.00 | 70.00 | 65.875 |
Most courses have a baseline cutoff of 50.00 for Merit, Catchment, and ELDS categories. Candidates are advised to check their programme's specific cutoff against their aggregate score.
š
Deadline Countdown ā August 20, 2026
| Institution | Deadline | Status |
|-------------|----------|--------|
| Yakubu Gowon University (UNIABUJA) | August 26, 2026 | š“ 6 DAYS LEFT |
| FUTMINNA | August 23, 2026 | š“ 3 DAYS LEFT |
| AFUSTA | August 31, 2026 | š” Open |
| CONSUNTH Nursing | August 31, 2026 | š” Open |
| BOUESTI | Open | š” Cutoff TBA |
| NSUK | September 30, 2026 | š¢ Open |
| JAMB 2020ā2025 Candidates | August 31, 2026 | š“ Pending offers must be resolved |
> š Note: JAMB has warned candidates from the 2020ā2025 admission cycles with pending admission offers to accept or reject them before August 31, 2026, or risk permanent forfeiture.
š Post-UTME Exam Window ā August 20, 2026
| Institution | Status |
|-------------|--------|
| OOU | š” Scheduled Sept 1ā4 (moved twice; confirm on portal) |
| OAU | š¢ Screening scheduled Sept 1ā5 |
| UI | ā
Completed ā results and cutoffs released |
| UNILAG | ā
Completed ā results out |
| UNIBEN | ā
Completed ā results out |
| UNIMED | ā
Completed ā results out |
| UNILORIN | ā
Completed ā results out |
| FUTA | ā
Registration fully closed ā portal now locked ahead of results |
> š Important: OOU candidates are advised not to finalize travel plans yet, as this date has shifted twice. Confirm on the portal closer to the date.
š” Today's Focus
| Priority | Action |
|----------|--------|
| šÆ FUTMINNA candidates | Check your UPASE portal for clearance status ā comes in batches, be patient |
| šÆ Yakubu Gowon University (UNIABUJA) candidates | Register before August 26 |
| šÆ FUNAAB candidates | Check the admission portal for your status |
| šÆ Old (2020ā2025) admission offer sitting unresolved? | Check JAMB CAPS and accept/reject before August 31 |
š campusai.com.ng
š Action Plan ā Thursday, August 20
| Task | Status |
|------|--------|
| š“ FUTMINNA ā Check clearance status; register before Aug 23 if not done | ā° Action Required |
| š“ Yakubu Gowon University (UNIABUJA) ā Register before Aug 26 | ā° Action Required |
| š FUNAAB ā Check your admission status | ā
Action Required |
| š“ JAMB 2020ā2025 candidates ā Check CAPS for pending offers | ā° Action Required |
| š All candidates ā Check admission chances at campusai.com.ng | ā
Action Required |
š campusai.com.ng
š FUTMINNA Clearance ā What to Know
- ā
Clearance is FREE ā Do not pay anyone claiming to fast-track it
- ā
Comes in batches ā Not everyone is cleared on day one; keep checking
- ā ļø Cleared ā Admitted ā Clearance means you're eligible for consideration, not a guarantee
- ā ļø Awaiting Result candidates ā You cannot be screened until your O'Level is uploaded and registration completed
Check Your Status:
š
eportal.futminna.edu.ng/ePortal_V2/utme/
š FUNAAB + UI Cutoffs
FUNAAB Admission List
FUNAAB has released its 2026/2027 admission list. Candidates should:
1. Check the FUNAAB admission portal for their status
2. If offered admission, accept on JAMB CAPS promptly
3. Complete clearance and registration at FUNAAB
UI Departmental Cutoffs (Selected)
| Programme | Merit |
|-----------|-------|
| Medicine and Surgery | 80.00 |
| Software Engineering | 75.375 |
| Nursing Science | 74.50 |
| Computer Science | 74.125 |
| Dentistry | 72.875 |
| Law | 71.00 |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 71.25 |
| Pharmacy | 70.375 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 70.00 |
> š Note: The full list is available on the UI portal.
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š ļø Useful Tools
| Tool | Description | Link |
|------|-------------|------|
| ā
JAMB e-Facility Portal | Check admission status, results, and CAPS | Visit ā |
| ā
FUTMINNA Clearance Portal | Check clearance status | Visit ā |
| ā
FUNAAB Admission Portal | Check admission status | Visit ā |
| ā
UI Aggregate Calculator | Calculate your UI admission aggregate score | Try Now ā |
| ā
Admission Chance Predictor | Get a personalised assessment | Check Now ā |
| ā
Post-UTME Tracker | View real-time updates on deadlines and exams | View Tracker ā |
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> š Editor's Note: This article is based on official university announcements and verified sources as of August 20, 2026. Always verify critical information on the official university portals.