The Management of Southern Delta University, located in Ozoro, Delta State, has declared that preparations for the 2026/2027 Students' Union Government (SUG) election are now underway.

In a circular dated 10 November 2026, the SUG Electoral Committee addressed the whole student population, confirming that the groundwork for the upcoming poll has officially begun.

SUG Election Timetable

• Collection and submission of nomination forms: Wednesday 18 November 2026 – Friday 20 November 2026.
• Screening of aspirants and publication of the qualified candidates list: Tuesday 24 November 2026 – Wednesday 25 November 2026.
• Campaign period: Wednesday 25 November 2026 – Thursday 26 November 2026.
• Manifesto submission deadline: Thursday 26 November 2026.
• Electronic voting day: Friday 27 November 2026.
• Collation of votes and result announcement: Friday 27 November 2026.
• Swearing‑in ceremony for elected officials: Monday 30 November 2026.

Positions Available for Contest

The committee clarified that all listed executive and parliamentary roles within the SUG are open to students from 200 level through to their final year, with the exception of the President’s seat, which is reserved solely for final‑year candidates.

Executive Positions

• President – ₦30,000
• First Vice‑President (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Second Vice‑President (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Secretary‑General – ₦20,000
• Assistant Secretary‑General (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Director of Finance – ₦20,000
• Assistant Director of Finance (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Treasurer (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Assistant Treasurer (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Director of Welfare (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Assistant Director of Welfare (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Director of Information and Public Relations (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Assistant Director of Information and Public Relations (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Director of Sports (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Assistant Director of Sports (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000
• Director of Socials and Cultural Affairs (Main Campus) – ₦20,000
• Assistant Director of Socials and Cultural Affairs (Orerokpe Campus) – ₦20,000

Parliamentary Positions

• Supreme Students' Senate (SSS) Representative – one per faculty – ₦20,000.
• Students' Representative Council (SRC) Representative – one per department – ₦20,000.

Eligibility Requirements

• Candidates must have settled all tuition fees and registered for courses for the 2026/2027 academic session.
• All aspirants, except those running for President, must hold a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00.
• Applicants must have no record of misconduct that breaches the matriculation oath, nor be under any current disciplinary action by the university.
• An affidavit confirming non‑membership of any secret cult, issued by the High Court, must be submitted.
• A valid Student Identity Card is required.

Additional Requirements for Presidential Candidates

• Prospective Presidents must achieve a CGPA of 3.50 or higher.
• They must also demonstrate proven leadership qualities within the Students' Union.

Campaign Guidelines and Regulations

The committee issued a set of rules that every candidate must follow throughout the campaigning phase.

The guidelines include:

• Loud campaigning methods such as motorcades, noisy processions, drums, trumpets or large crowds are strictly forbidden.
• Posting or pasting campaign posters on walls or any university surface is not allowed; printed material may only be limited to handheld banners and leaflets, which must not be affixed to any structure.
• Offering any form of inducement—cash, gifts or other benefits—to sway voters is prohibited.
• Campaign activities may only occur within the dates officially announced.
• All campaigning and manifesto distribution must be confined to the Ozoro and Orerokpe campuses.
• Any breach of these rules will result in immediate disqualification.

The notice bears the signature of Engr. Dr. P. O. Oghenerukwe, Chairman of the SUG Electoral Committee.

Students who wish to vie for any of the advertised positions are urged to study the election timetable, verify they meet the eligibility criteria, and adhere to the campaign regulations ahead of the 2026/2027 SUG election.