ABU Academic Calendar for 2023/2024 Session

ABU Academic Calendar for 2023/2024 Session


Have you ever wondered when Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) begins its new academic year? Curious about the important dates on the ABU academic calendar for 2023/2024? Where can one find all the crucial academic milestones in one place? Look no further, for the complete guide to the ABU academic calendar is right here.



Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), a beacon of academic excellence located in Zaria, Nigeria, is renowned for its unwavering commitment to facilitating high-quality education for its students. With the ABU Academic Calendar for the 2023/2024 Academic Session recently released, students, faculty, and stakeholders can now plan their academic year with clarity and precision.


Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Academic Calendar
A Glimpse into the ABU 2023/2024 First Semester

To ensure that students are well-prepared for the upcoming academic activities, here’s a detailed breakdown of the first semester:
Key Dates and ActivitiesSunday, 26th November 2023: The much-anticipated Resumption commences.
Monday, 27th November to Saturday, 2nd December 2023: A week dedicated to the Consideration of Resit Examination Results by the esteemed faculty boards.
Monday, 4th December to Saturday, 16th December 2023: A two-week period for Registration of both new and returning students.
Monday, 18th December 2023 to Saturday, 6th January 2024: The festive Christmas & New Year Break.
Monday, 8th January to Saturday, 6th April 2024: Engaging Lectures spanning 13 weeks.
Monday, 8th April to Saturday, 13th April 2024: A week-long Eid-El Fitr Break.
Monday, 15th April to Saturday, 4th May 2024: First Semester Examinations spread over three weeks.
Monday, 6th May to Saturday, 18th May 2024: A two-week End of First Semester Break.

Note: For those considering making changes to their courses, Add/Drop is scheduled between Monday, 29th January and Saturday, 3rd February 2024.
The ABU 2023/2024 Second Semester in Detail

As the second half of the academic year unfolds, here’s what students can expect:
Essential Dates and ActivitiesSunday, 19th May 2024: Resumption for the commencement of the second semester.
Monday, 20th May to Saturday, 15th June 2024: Lectures will run for four weeks.
Monday, 17th June to Saturday, 22nd June 2024: A break for the significant Eid-El Kabir celebration.
Monday, 24th June to Saturday, 24th August 2024: Continuation of Lectures for nine weeks.
Monday, 26th August to Saturday, 14th September 2024: The Second Semester Examinations over three weeks.

Note: Add/Drop for the second semester has been scheduled from Monday, 3rd June to Saturday, 8th June 2024.