UNILORIN 39th Convocation Ceremony 2024: Full Event Schedule and Details

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) 39th Convocation Ceremony programme of events has been announced, covering various ceremonies for awarding degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

Graduands from the 2022/2023 academic session will be honoured during these events, which will take place from Friday, 11th October 2024 to Sunday, 27th October 2024 at the university’s main campus.

Get ready for an eventful period with various activities, including religious services, lectures, graduation ceremonies, and more.

UNILORIN 39th Convocation Ceremony Programme of Events

Friday, 11th October 2024

Event: Special Jumaat Service
Venue: Unilorin Central Mosque
Time: 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, 13th October 2024

Event: Interdenominational Worship Service
Venue: Chapel of the Light
Time: 9:00 a.m.

Thursday, 17th October 2024

• Vice-Chancellor’s Press Briefing
  Venue: University Auditorium
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
• Rehearsals on Logistics by Principal Officers and Stakeholders
  Venue: University Auditorium
  Time: 3:00 p.m.

Friday, 18th October 2024

• Convocation Lecture
  Title: Nurturing Democratic Values for the Future of Education in Nigeria
  Lecturer: Chief Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi, SAN, Hon. Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation
  Venue: University Auditorium
  Time: 9:45 a.m.
  Note: Graduands are required to be seated by 9:00 a.m.
• Cocktail for Convocation Lecturer
  Venue: Multipurpose Hall
  Time: 12:00 p.m.
• Convocation Production
  Title: Nilee Wa (In Our Land) – An Opera by Dr. Taiye Shola Adeola
  Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, University of Ilorin
  Time: 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Monday, 21st October 2024 (Convocation Day I)

Event: Graduation for “4 Year” Programmes and Diplomas
Award of Prizes, Diplomas, Certificates, and First Degrees for the Faculties of Arts, Basic Medical Sciences, Communication & Information Sciences, Education, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Management Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences.
Venue: University Auditorium
Time: 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, 22nd October 2024 (Convocation Day II)

• Graduation for “5” & “6” Year Programmes and Postgraduate Degrees
  Award of Prizes and First Degrees for the Faculties of Agriculture, Engineering & Technology, Environmental Sciences, Basic Clinical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Law, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Sciences (OP), and Veterinary Medicine.
  Award of Postgraduate Degrees.
  Venue: University Auditorium
  Time: 9:00 a.m.
• Commissioning of Projects by the Visitor
  Venue: Various Sites
  Time: 1:30 p.m.
• Convocation Luncheon and Staff Merit Awards
  Venue: Multipurpose Hall
  Time: 4:00 p.m.

Friday, 25th October 2024

Event: Special Jumaat Service
Venue: Unilorin Central Mosque
Time: 1:30 p.m.

Sunday, 27th October 2024

Event: Thanksgiving Service
Venue: St. Thomas Aquinas Chaplaincy

For further details about the convocation and guidelines for graduands, please refer to the UNILORIN Notice to Graduands on Convocation Ceremony.

Congratulations to All Graduands

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) celebrates the achievements of all graduands in this 39th Convocation Ceremony.

Prepare for this memorable occasion, which will recognise the hard work and dedication shown throughout your academic journey.

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