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Akwa Ibom Poly Directs HND II & PCMs to Register Projects on NERD

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Franklin Duru

Admissions & Curriculum Analyst

December 9, 2025

The Office of the Registrar, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, has issued a mandatory directive to all Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) and HND II students who have defended their final-year projects.

Akwa Ibom Polytechnic notice to prospective corps members and HND II Students

Why NERD Project Registration Is Mandatory

  • Prerequisite for NYSC Camp Entry: All affected HND II graduates must register their completed projects with the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) in order to obtain their NERD Clearance.
  • NYSC Orientation Camp Requirement: The NERD Clearance is now a mandatory requirement for gaining entry into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp.
  • Commencement Date: Project registration commences on Tuesday, 6th January 2026.
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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Anita Okon

Dec 9, 2025

Does this NERD project registration apply to ND II graduates too or only HND II?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Dec 9, 2025

Hi Anita, the directive specifically applies to HND II students who have defended their projects and Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) preparing for NYSC mobilization.

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