DELSU Announces Mandatory NERD Sensitization Programme for Final-Year Students; Delta State University (DELSU) has announced a compulsory one-day sensitisation programme on Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) compliance for all final-year students.
The programme was approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Samuel O. Asagba, and is designed to educate graduating students on the NERD policy and its importance in ensuring seamless processing of academic records and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) mobilisation.
Separate sensitisation sessions have been scheduled for students at the Abraka and Oleh campuses on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, and Thursday, 16 July 2026, respectively.
DELSU Approves Mandatory NERD Compliance Sensitisation
The university management has made attendance compulsory for all final-year students.
The sensitisation programme aims to familiarise graduating students with the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) policy, which focuses on aligning university academic records with national education repositories.
According to the university, compliance with the policy is expected to help prevent delays that could affect eligible graduates during NYSC mobilisation.
What Is the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD)?
NERD stands for Nigeria Education Repository and Databank.
The repository is designed to ensure that students’ academic records maintained by universities correspond with the national education database.
During the sensitisation programme, final-year students will receive detailed information on the policy, its requirements, and how it relates to the processing of their academic records before NYSC mobilisation.
Why Is DELSU Organising the NERD Sensitisation?
The university is organising the programme to educate graduating students about the NERD compliance policy.
The policy seeks to:
- Align university academic records with national education repositories.
- Reduce or prevent delays that may arise during NYSC mobilisation.
- Ensure accurate academic record management for graduating students.
DELSU NERD Sensitisation Schedule
The sensitisation programme will be held separately for each campus as follows:
| Campus | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraka Campus | Wednesday, 15 July 2026 | 8:30 a.m. (Prompt) | 750A Lecture Theatre, Site III |
| Oleh Campus | Thursday, 16 July 2026 | 10:00 a.m. (Prompt) | 1000 Seater TETFund Hall, Faculty of Engineering |
Students are expected to attend the session assigned to their respective campus.
Abraka Campus Schedule
Final-year students at the Abraka Campus should take note of the following details:
- Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
- Time: 8:30 a.m. (Prompt)
- Venue: 750A Lecture Theatre, Site III
All graduating students at the Abraka Campus are required to attend the sensitisation at the specified venue.
Oleh Campus Schedule
Final-year students at the Oleh Campus are expected to attend the programme as scheduled below:
- Date: Thursday, 16 July 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m. (Prompt)
- Venue: 1000 Seater TETFund Hall, Faculty of Engineering
Attendance is compulsory for all final-year students at the Oleh Campus.
Who Must Attend?
The sensitisation programme is mandatory for all final-year students of Delta State University.
The directive applies to graduating students at both the Abraka and Oleh campuses, with each student expected to attend the session scheduled for their campus.
Is Attendance Compulsory?
Yes.
Delta State University has made attendance compulsory for every final-year student.
The programme is directly related to NERD policy awareness, academic record alignment, and processes connected with NYSC mobilisation.
Important Time Reminder
Students are advised to arrive early, as both sessions will begin promptly.
- Abraka Campus: 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
- Oleh Campus: 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, 16 July 2026.
Late arrival may disrupt participation in the programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Approved the Programme?
The sensitisation programme was approved by the Vice-Chancellor of Delta State University, Prof. Samuel O. Asagba.
Which Students Are Affected?
The programme is compulsory for all final-year students of Delta State University.
Will Both Campuses Attend on the Same Day?
No.
The sensitisation will be held on separate days:
- Abraka Campus: Wednesday, 15 July 2026.
- Oleh Campus: Thursday, 16 July 2026.
Where Will Abraka Students Attend?
Students at the Abraka Campus will attend the programme at the 750A Lecture Theatre, Site III.
Where Will Oleh Students Attend?
Students at the Oleh Campus will attend the sensitisation at the 1000 Seater TETFund Hall, Faculty of Engineering.
How Is the Programme Related to NYSC Mobilisation?
The NERD policy is designed to ensure that university academic records are properly aligned with national education repositories.
This process helps minimise delays that may affect graduates during NYSC mobilisation.
Is the Sensitisation Optional?
No.
Attendance is mandatory for every final-year student of Delta State University, and all affected students are expected to comply with the directive.
