Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo (FUHSO) Announces 4-Year Tuition-Free B.Sc Mathematics Programme

By Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
For Global Egberi Media International

📅 Date: September 25, 2025

In what education stakeholders have described as a “game-changing initiative,” the Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo (FUHSO), Benue State, has announced a 4-year tuition-free offer for all students admitted into its Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Mathematics programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.

This unprecedented gesture is aimed at reviving interest in Mathematics, the bedrock of science, technology, engineering, and innovation, by encouraging more Nigerian students to pursue careers in mathematics-related fields.

🎓 A Golden Opportunity for Students

According to FUHSO’s management, this offer applies to:

✅ All candidates who sat for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and selected FUHSO as their institution of choice.

✅ Candidates willing to perform a change of institution/course to study Mathematics at FUHSO.

Successful applicants will enjoy full tuition-free education for the entire duration of their 4-year programme.

“Mathematics is the language of science and technology. If Nigeria is to compete globally in research, innovation, and development, we must train a new generation of mathematicians and problem solvers. This initiative is part of FUHSO’s commitment to national development,” — FUHSO Management Statement.

📌 Why Mathematics?

Education experts have consistently warned about the declining interest in mathematics among young Nigerians, despite its critical role in shaping future scientists, engineers, medical researchers, and data analysts.

FUHSO’s decision seeks to:

• Encourage more enrollment in mathematics-based disciplines.

• Break the financial barrier for students from low-income families.

• Strengthen Nigeria’s human capital in the fields of quantitative reasoning, research, and applied sciences.

📝 Eligibility and Application

Eligible candidates are advised to:

1. Apply directly to FUHSO if they selected the university as first choice.

2. Request a change of institution/course via the JAMB portal if FUHSO was not initially chosen.

3. Prepare for FUHSO’s Post-UTME screening once dates are announced.

The university has assured that tuition remains free for all 4 years, but students will still be responsible for accommodation, acceptance, and other minimal service charges where applicable.

🌍 National Significance

Stakeholders in education have hailed this move as a bold step toward addressing Nigeria’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) gap, which has been a recurring concern for policymakers.

By removing the tuition burden, FUHSO is expected to attract bright students nationwide, ultimately producing graduates who can contribute to research, health sciences, data science, artificial intelligence, and national development.

📢 Call to Action

Parents, guardians, and prospective students are encouraged to take advantage of this once-in-a-generation opportunity.

“This is more than free tuition — it is an investment in the future of our nation,” one education advocate noted.

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Author: Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
Source: FUHSO Management Statement

Tags: FUHSO, Mathematics, Tuition-Free Education, JAMB 2025, Benue State, STEM, Nigerian Universities