The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has officially commenced the physical screening and clearance exercise for all newly admitted medical students for the 2025/2026 academic session. This announcement was made through a formal press release issued by the Student Union Government (SUG), underscoring the institution’s commitment to ensuring a smooth onboarding process for new entrants into the prestigious medical program.
SUG Announces the Start of Physical Screening for Incoming Medical Students
The Student Union Government stated that the screening exercise has begun immediately and urged all affected students to report without delay. According to the announcement, the designated screening venue is the Senate Building, Protocol Office, located near the Vice Chancellor’s Waiting Room. Students were strongly advised to arrive at the venue early and with every required document to avoid any form of setback or prolonged verification challenges.
The SUG emphasized that the complete list of documents needed has already been displayed at the screening point, ensuring transparency and helping students prepare adequately before showing up for the exercise.
Full List of Required Documents for Screening
To successfully complete the clearance exercise, new medical students must present the following essential documents as requested by the Student Union Government:
- Admission Letter (Original & Photocopy)
- JAMB Result / Direct Entry Slip
- School Payment Receipts
- Birth Certificate or Official Declaration of Age
- Local Government Indigene Certificate
- WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB Results (Original & Photocopies)
- Recent Passport Photographs
The Union added that students should also be prepared to submit any additional documents that may be required by officials during the screening process.
SUG Calls for Orderliness and Compliance
In its communication, the SUG encouraged all newly admitted medical students to comply fully with the procedures and maintain a high level of orderliness throughout the exercise. The Union highlighted that prompt compliance not only eases the process but also enhances efficiency and prevents unnecessary congestion at the venue.
They also advised students to stay connected to all official SUG communication platforms for timely updates, particularly as the clearance period progresses.
Leadership Endorsement and Credibility
The press release was duly signed by the principal officers of the FUTMINNA Student Union Government, reflecting the administration’s firm involvement in student welfare and academic coordination. The signatories include:
- Comr. Arowosegbe Daniel Precious, SUG Secretary General
- Comr. Sen. Adaidu Ezekiel Machofo (Calculus), SUG President
- Comr. Nurudeen Muhammad Liman (De-Prof), Public Relations Officer
Their endorsement signifies unified leadership support for the exercise and further assures students of a seamless administrative process.
What This Means for New Medical Students
The commencement of physical screening marks one of the most important steps for new medical students as they officially begin their academic journey in FUTMINNA. The verification exercise ensures that all admissions are authentic, documents are valid, and incoming students meet the requirements set by the university and relevant academic bodies.
Successfully completing this clearance process brings students one step closer to full registration and integration into the medical program.
