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Benue State Schools Academic Calendar 2024/2025 | 1st, 2nd & 3rd Term
Benue State Schools Calendar for First (1st), Second (2nd) and Third (3rd) Term Academic Activities in Public and Private [Primary and Secondary Schools] in Benue State for 2024/2025 Academic Session.

The Benue State Ministry of Education has released the official school calendar for the 2024/2025 academic session. All public and private schools are expected to adhere strictly to the schedule.


Below are the details:

2024/2025 Academic Session

First Term

  • Commencement Date: Monday, 9th September 2024
  • Closing Date: Friday, 13th December 2024
  • Duration: 14 weeks
  • Holiday Period: Saturday, 14th December 2024 – Sunday, 5th January 2025 (3 weeks)

Second Term

  • Commencement Date: Monday, 6th January 2025
  • Closing Date: Friday, 4th April 2025
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Holiday Period: Saturday, 5th April 2025 – Sunday, 27th April 2025 (3 weeks)

Third Term

  • Commencement Date: Monday, 28th April 2025
  • Closing Date: Friday, 25th July 2025
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Holiday Period: Saturday, 26th July 2025 – Sunday, 7th September 2025 (6 weeks)


2025/2026 Academic Session

First Term

  • Commencement Date: Monday, 8th September 2025
  • Closing Date: Friday, 19th December 2025
  • Duration: 16 weeks
  • Holiday Period: Saturday, 20th December 2025 – Sunday, 11th January 2026 (3 weeks)

Guidelines for Schools

  1. The calendar applies to all public and private schools, from pre-basic to post-basic levels, in Benue State.
  2. Public holidays during the session must be observed by all schools.
  3. Schools are expected to maximize the term for academic and extracurricular activities.
  4. Teaching and marking of registers should commence on the first day of resumption.

This structured calendar ensures uniformity and proper planning for the academic session. Schools are urged to comply strictly to ensure effective teaching and learning throughout the year.