Federal University, Otuoke

About

The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) is one of the Federal Universities established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in February 2011 in cognisance of the need to bridge the great divide between the educationally advantaged and disadvantaged sections of the country, especially areas where universities were lacking.  Cited in the serene and secure Otuoke Community, at the heart of the oil-rich Niger-Delta region of Bayelsa State, the University which is 21 kilometres south of the state capital Yenagoa, occupies an expanse of 200 hectares (494 acres).

Acronym	FUO
Nickname	FUO
Motto / Slogan	Knowledge, Excellence, Service
Colour	Black, Blue, Gold, Green
Founded	2011
Location	Ogbia, Bayelsa, Nigeria
Address	P.M.B 126, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State,

Objectives

The Federal University Otuoke (FUO) aims to become a world-class university that fosters intellectual and personal growth, promotes sustainable development, and provides ethical service to Nigeria and the world.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

1. Faculty of Management Sciences
2. Faculty of Social Sciences
3. Faculty of Education
4. Faculty of Engineering
5. Faculty of Sciences
6. Faculty of Humanities

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

1. Candidates who selected the Federal University Otuoke as their first choice in the JAMB UTME and chose any of the programmes listed in 9. below and scored a minimum of 150.
2. Interested candidates who did not choose Federal University Otuoke as their first choice but wish to study in Federal University Otuoke and scored a minimum of 150 in the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME.
3. Candidates in the second category above, must do a Change of Institution to Federal University Otuoke via JAMB website (www.jamb.org.ng) and choose any of the programmes offered

Supporting Documents

1. Digital Passport-size photograph (in JPG format)
2. Scanned copy of WAEC/NECO/NABTEB O’ level result (in PDF format)
3. Scanned copy of LGA identification letter (in PDF format)
4. Scanned copy of Birth Certificate or Age Declaration (in PDF format)

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

PGD Programmes:

• All candidates must have five credits passes including English, Mathematics At the O’Level.
• Candidates with Bachelors degree from an approved University must obtain a minimum of third-class degree in the relevant discipline.
• Holders of HND in relevant programmes from approved institutions with a minimum of upper credit may be considered for admission.
• Relevant Professional qualifications.

Master’s Degree Programmes:

• The candidate should have obtained not less than a second-class lower division
• Candidates with the relevant PGD at credit level pass (i.e 3.5) will be considered.

Master’s of Philosophy Degree Programmes:

• An applicant for admission to the Master of Philosophy Degree Programmes shall be: 
• A Bachelors degree holder from an approved university who possesses a First Degree and Master Degree in an area relevant to his course of study.

Doctor of Philosophy Degree Programmes

• An applicant for admission to the Ph.D. Degree programme shall be:
• A graduate of Federal University, Otuoke, or any other approved university who possesses a Master Degree with research thesis and a weighted coursework average which shall normally not less than CGPA of 3.5.

Supporting Documents

1. NYSC certificate (discharge, exemption or exclusion letter)
2. O Level Results 
3. Academic Transcripts 

How To Apply For Admission

Step 1: Read the Application Instructions Carefully

• Before beginning your application, ensure you read all instructions thoroughly to avoid mistakes during the process.

Step 2: Visit the FUOTUOKE Online Application Portal

• Go to the official application website: http://ecampus.fuotuoke.edu.ng

Step 3: Navigate to the Applications Section

• Once on the portal, click on the "Applications" tab or button to start your admission application.

Step 4: Make the Application Payment

• Pay a non-refundable application fee of N2,000.00
• Use a Verve or Mastercard debit card (from any commercial bank) via Interswitch payment gateway
• Follow the instructions on the portal to make your payment securely.

Step 5: Complete the Application Form

• After successful payment, proceed to fill out the online application form with your correct details.
• Ensure that all required fields are accurately completed.

Step 6: Submit Your Application

• Review all information entered.
• Click on "Submit" to finalize your application.

Step 7: Print Your Application Slip

• After submitting, print your application slip for record-keeping and future reference.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected],[email protected]
Phone : +234 8033361311

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All To Know About FUO

Facilities

Accreditations

National University Commission(NUC)

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Prof Qhakwe Johnson

  Professor of Applied Statistics Johnson Ohakwe, a Professor of Applied Statistics. He holds a B.Sc., M.Sc. and a PhD degrees in Statistics from Abia State University Uturu in 1998, 2005 and 2009 respectively and has over Twenty (20)... read more

  years University teaching experience which cuts across three (3) Nigerian Universities. He has published over fifty journal articles of which majority of them are on reputable international journals. 

  Professor Ohakwe has also presented some papers in local and international conferences. Prof.Ohakwe Johnson is a member of Nigerian Statistical Association (NSA), International Research and Development Institute (IRDI) and European Centre for Research, Training and Development, United Kingdom.

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  Dr. Joel T. Johnson

  Head of Department of Biochemistry Dr. Joel Theophilus Johnson holds a bachelor’s degree (B.Sc) in Biochemistry from the University of Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria. He also obtained M.Sc and Ph.D. in Biochemical Toxicology Univ... read more

  ersity of Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria. He went further to obtain a certificate in Naturopathic medicine and Board Certification in Integrative Medicine from Science Medicine Research Institute Dallas Texas. 

  He is member of the Nigeria Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Member, Nigerian Institute Of Food Science And Technology (NIFST), Member, Association of Physicians of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Member, International Research and Development Institute. (IRDI), Member Chemical Society of Nigeria (CSN), Member, Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), As a prolific writer, Dr. Joel Theophilus Johnson has published profusely with well over 50 articles in both national and international journals of high repute.

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  DR. Abosede Olufunso Olumide

  Acting Head of Department of Chemistry Dr. Olufunso O. Abosede is a Reader in Inorganic Chemistry and the current acting Head of Department of Chemistry at Federal University Otuoke. He holds BSc., MSc. and PhD Chemistry from University of... read more

  Ilorin, Nigeria. He was an awardee of TWAS-DBT postgraduate fellowship in 2012 and also an awardee of the individual research grant of International Foundation for Science (IFS) in 2015. He was also a recipient of the UNESCO/IUPAC/PhosAgro partnership in Green Chemistry research grant in 2018. 

  He has worked in multicultural societies and among people with diverse backgrounds such as during a one-year TWAS-DBT postgraduate fellowship at Savitribai Phule Pune University, India and at Nelson Mandela University, South Africa. He is a member of a number of international scientific organizations and also a reviewer to some internationally peer-reviewed high-impact journals of Chemistry. He is the Faculty Advisor of the student chapter of the American Chemical Society at Federal University Otuoke. His strong desire is to be a mentor and inspiration to a new crop of chaps who will be leaders of tomorrow in their chosen professions.