ABU Convocation 2026 Gown Collection and Fees
Summary
Ahmadu Bello University says graduates must pay the gown fee, collect gowns via units, and return them by 20 Feb 2026.
- Convocation: Fri, 30 Jan 2026 and Sat, 31 January 2026
- Pay fee: N3,000 (UG) or N6,000 (PG); non-refundable
- Units send Admin Secretary/Faculty Officer to Academic Affairs for gown pick-up
- Return gowns + payment receipt by Friday, 20 Feb 2026
- Follow the attached payment procedure for all payments
Ahmadu Bello University convocation gown collection notice
The Academic Affairs Directorate of Ahmadu Bello University issued a notice on collecting academic gowns for the convocation ceremony scheduled for Fri, 30 Jan 2026 and Saturday, 31 January 2026.
The memo carries the signature of Ag. Director Umar Kasinu; it directs academic units to arrange gown collection for graduating students.
Who should collect the gowns
Academic units, including the Postgraduate College and College of Medical Sciences, are to send their Administrative Secretaries or Faculty Officers to the Directorate of Academic Affairs to collect gowns for graduates (as directed). A unit can Send an officer; the Directorate expects that route for distribution.
Gown fees and payment
Graduates are to pay a non-refundable fee:
- Undergraduates: N3,000
- Postgraduates: N6,000
All payments are to follow the attached procedure; graduates should Pay and Keep the receipt for return documentation.
Return deadline for academic gowns
The university stated that all gowns must come back in good condition, with payment receipts, no later than Friday, 20 Feb 2026 (note the date; it is specific).
Memo copy list
The memo was copied to:
- The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adamu Ahmed
- The Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Administration
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