UNIABUJA Extends Deadline for Collection of Certificate
The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has extended the deadline for graduates to collect their academic certificates. This move is aimed at giving alumni more time to claim their awards, especially those who have been unable to do so due to travel, documentation issues, or other personal reasons.
The new extension was communicated through an official notice from the Registrar’s Office, circulated to alumni, and published on the University’s official channels.
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Background
Many UNIABUJA graduates have previously faced challenges collecting their certificates — a situation that the university has acknowledged and acted on by adjusting collection deadlines to accommodate graduates facing various constraints.
In the past, the university had large backlogs of certificates ready for collection, with management urging alumni to come forward to receive their documents.
What the Extension Means
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The original deadline for certificate collection has been extended to a new date (details to be confirmed by management).
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Graduates who have not yet collected their certificates are required to comply with the new timelines to avoid penalties or the risk of increased fines.
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The institution remains committed to facilitating smooth and convenient collection, including possible arrangements for third-party collection or courier delivery (dependent on management’s additional notices).
Where and How to Collect Your Certificate
Graduates should collect their academic certificates from the Registrar’s Office of the University of Abuja. In some past arrangements, universities have also offered:
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Courier delivery services for alumni residing outside the country.
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Identification checks and documentation requirements for certificate collection.
(Specific procedures and requirements will be given in the official UNIABUJA extension circular once released.)
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FAQs — UNIABUJA Certificate Collection Deadline Extension
Why was the certificate collection deadline extended?
The extension is intended to help graduates who were unable to collect their certificates due to travel barriers, documentation issues, work obligations, or other personal challenges.
Who is affected by the extension?
All University of Abuja graduates who have not yet collected their academic certificates are eligible to benefit from the extended deadline.
Will there be penalties for late collection?
This depends on the university’s policy in the official extension notice. Universities sometimes impose late fees if certificates are not collected within a specified timeframe.
Can someone else collect my certificate for me?
Universities sometimes allow proxy collection if properly authorised (e.g., with a letter of authorisation, ID jamb form copy, etc.). That detail will be provided in the official UNIABUJA notice.
How can I know the exact new deadline?
Graduates should check the University of Abuja official website and student portal or contact the Registrar’s Office directly for the posted extension and collection instructions.
