Federal University Wukari Matriculates 3,395 Students, Prioritises Infrastructure and Campus Security
By Aga Samuel Imoter Jalingo
The Federal University Wukari (FUW) has matriculated 3,395 undergraduate students for the 2025/2026 academic session, with Vice-Chancellor Professor Benjamin Kefas reaffirming the institution’s commitment to improving infrastructure, student welfare and campus security.
Speaking at the university’s 15th Matriculation Ceremony in Wukari, Taraba State, Prof. Kefas said the management was implementing measures to create a more conducive environment for teaching, learning and research despite prevailing economic and infrastructural challenges. He said the university had prioritised access to potable water, improved electricity supply and enhanced security to strengthen the academic environment and improve students’ experience.
“Electricity and security are among the challenges we face as a nation, including at the Federal University Wukari. The process of ensuring stable power supply has commenced, and we are partnering with security agencies to guarantee a safe and conducive learning environment,” the Vice-Chancellor said.
Prof. Kefas urged the new students to remain focused on their studies and avoid cultism, drug abuse, examination malpractice and other forms of misconduct, stressing that the university would not tolerate actions that undermine its academic standards.
He disclosed that 68 students were also admitted into the university’s distance learning and evening degree programmes. The School of Postgraduate Studies admitted 115 PhD candidates, 372 Master’s students and 27 Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) students. The Vice-Chancellor said continued investment in infrastructure, security and student welfare would strengthen the university’s capacity to deliver quality education.
