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BUK Issues Revised Directive on Postgraduate Amnesty Letters

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

December 18, 2025

Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has issued a revised administrative directive for all Postgraduate students (Ph.D. and Academic Master's) who were unable to graduate within the stipulated timeframe of their respective programmes and are seeking amnesty.

BUK notice on Postgraduate Amnesty

How to Address and Route Your Amnesty Letter

  • Correct Addressee: Write a formal letter requesting amnesty addressed to the Provost, College of Postgraduate Studies (CPGS).
  • Proper Routing: Route your formal letter through your Head of Department (HOD) for consideration.
  • Disregard Previous Notice: Kindly disregard the earlier circular that instructed students to address the letter to the Vice-Chancellor.
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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Aisha Sani

Dec 18, 2025

Thanks for this clarification! I was just about to submit my letter addressed to the VC.

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Mentra Admissions Team

Dec 18, 2025

Glad you caught this update Aisha! Address it to the Provost, College of Postgraduate Studies, and submit it through your HOD.

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