The University of Port Harcourt has approved a special amnesty programme for former students who could not complete their degree programmes within the approved study period.
The university Senate approved this, giving affected students a new opportunity to return and complete their studies.
The amnesty will run for two years and applies only to eligible students within the approved admission sessions.
Who the UNIPORT Amnesty Covers
The programme covers students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions.
It is meant for former students who could not finish their programmes due to overstaying, academic issues or other related challenges that interrupted their studies.
Students who fall within the affected admission years can now apply to regularise their academic status and continue from where they stopped, subject to university approval.
Purpose of the Amnesty Programme
The amnesty programme is designed to help former students complete their university education instead of losing their academic progress completely.
The approval gives eligible students another chance to:
Return to school
Complete outstanding courses
Resolve academic issues
Meet graduation requirements
Earn their degree certificates
The university expects affected students to use the opportunity within the approved period.
How Eligible Students Should Apply
Students interested in the amnesty programme must submit a formal application addressed to the Vice Chancellor.
The application must pass through the appropriate Head of Department before reaching the university management.
Applicants are expected to clearly explain their situation and state their intention to return under the approved amnesty arrangement.
Students should also ensure all required academic details and supporting documents are included during submission.
Important Things Applicants Should Note
Eligible students should:
Confirm they fall within the approved admission years
Contact their departments for guidance
Submit applications early
Provide correct academic information
Follow departmental instructions carefully
The university may review each application individually before granting approval.
UNIPORT Amnesty Application Deadline
The closing date for submission of applications is Saturday, 31 May 2026.
Students are advised not to wait until the last minute before starting the process, as late applications may not receive consideration.
What the Amnesty Means for Affected Students
For many former students, the amnesty creates another opportunity to complete unfinished academic programmes at the University of Port Harcourt.
Students who lost academic standing because they exceeded the maximum study period now have a route back into the system through this special arrangement.
Since the programme runs for a limited period, affected students are expected to act quickly and complete the application process before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the UNIPORT amnesty programme?
A: It is a special approval that allows some former students to return and complete their degree programmes.
Q: Which students can apply for the amnesty?
A: Students admitted between the 2010/2011 and 2018/2019 academic sessions can apply if they did not complete their studies.
Q: Why did UNIPORT introduce the amnesty?
A: The university introduced it to help affected students complete their academic programmes after overstaying or facing related academic challenges.
Q: How can eligible students apply?
A: Applicants must write a formal application to the Vice Chancellor through their Head of Department.
Q: Is the amnesty automatic for all affected students?
A: No. The university will review applications before approving.
Q: What is the deadline for the application?
A: The deadline for submission is 31 May 2026.
Q: How long will the amnesty programme last?
A: The programme will run for two years.
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