The Centre for Continuous Studies (CCS) of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has officially announced the resumption date for the 2025/2026 second semester academic activities for students running part-time programmes at the college.
This announcement was made through an internal memo released by the College Management, informing students and lecturers of the date academic activities will begin. According to the memo, lectures will officially resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
The notice applies strictly to returning part-time students, including those in ND2, ND3, HND1, HND2, and HND3, as well as all lecturers involved in the part-time programme under the Centre for Continuous Studies.
About the Centre for Continuous Studies (CCS), YABATECH
The Centre for Continuous Studies (CCS) is a special academic unit of Yaba College of Technology that handles part-time and flexible learning programmes. These programmes are designed mainly for:
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Working-class individuals
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Business owners
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Professionals
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Students who prefer flexible lecture schedules
CCS allows students to combine education with work and other responsibilities, while still earning recognized National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) certificates.
YABATECH, as one of Nigeria’s oldest and most respected polytechnics, uses the CCS platform to ensure that education remains accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Official Resumption Date for Second Semester
According to the memo released by the College Management:
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Resumption Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
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Academic Session: 2025/2026
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Semester: Second Semester
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Programme Type: Part-Time
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Affected Students: ND2 – HND3 (Returning students only)
This means that all returning part-time students are expected to resume fully on the stated date and begin attending lectures immediately.
Who the Announcement Applies To
The resumption notice applies to:
Returning Part-Time Students
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ND2 students
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ND3 students
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HND1 students
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HND2 students
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HND3 students
These are students who were already admitted before and are continuing their programmes.
Part-Time Lecturers
All lecturers teaching under the CCS part-time programme are also expected to resume on the same date to ensure lectures start smoothly.
What Students Are Expected to Do Before Resumption
The memo clearly advised returning students to take certain steps to avoid problems during the semester.
1. Complete Course Registration Early
Students are strongly advised to complete their course registration on time. Course registration is important because:
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It confirms your studentship for the semester
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It allows you to attend lectures
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It enables you to write tests and examinations
Failure to register may lead to missing lectures or assessment opportunities.
2. Attend Lectures Regularly
The management also emphasized regular lecture attendance. Attending lectures helps students:
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Understand their courses better
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Perform well in tests and exams
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Avoid falling behind academically
Regular attendance also ensures a smooth academic session for both students and lecturers