UNILAG 55th Convocation Ceremonies Details

UNILAG’s 55th Convocation Ceremonies, set for January 13–17, 2025, will celebrate the achievements of the 2023/2024 graduating class. The programme includes exhibitions, lectures, awards, and mandatory seat reservations. Read further for full details.

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced the 55th Convocation Ceremonies, which will run from Monday, January 13 to Friday, January 17, 2025.

The event celebrates the achievements of students graduating across various programmes.

A pre-convocation press conference will kick off the activities on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Key Events and Programme Details

January 10, 2025 (Friday)

• Special Jumat Service at the UNILAG Central Mosque.

January 13, 2025 (Monday)

• Opening of exhibitions at 9:00 a.m. at the Senate Car Park near the J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium.
• Commissioning of three projects by Chief Wole Olanipekun, including:
  • Centre for Herbal Medicine and Drug Recovery.
  • 120-bed extension at Moremi Hall.
  • Ultra-modern Learning Commons at the University Main Library.
• Convocation lecture by Dr. Tayo Aduloju on Universities as Hubs for Development and Wealth Creation, chaired by Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola.
• Groundbreaking ceremony for the School of Postgraduate Studies building.

January 14, 2025 (Tuesday)

• Award of first degrees, diplomas, certificates, and prizes for:
  • Morning Session (9:00 a.m.): Faculties of Education and Social Sciences.
  • Afternoon Session (1:00 p.m.): Faculties of Arts, Environmental Sciences, and Science.

January 15, 2025 (Wednesday)

• Award of first degrees, diplomas, certificates, and prizes for:
  • Morning Session: Faculties of Engineering, Law, and Management Sciences.
  • Afternoon Session: Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, and Distance Learning Institute.

January 16, 2025 (Thursday)

• Award of postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and doctorates, including best Ph.D. thesis awards.
• Conferment of honorary doctorate degrees to:
  • Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
  • Mr. Kola Adesina.
  • Mr. Fola Adeola.
• Recognition of Professors Emeriti: Professors Babajide Alo and Olukayode Amund.
• Presentation of the Gold Medal Award to Professor Victor Ariole.

January 17, 2025 (Friday)

• Long Service Award ceremony at Tolu Odugbemi Hall.
• Convocation play Langbodo by Wale Ogunyemi at 4:00 p.m.

January 19, 2025 (Sunday)

• Thanksgiving Service at the Chapel of Christ Our Light, UNILAG, Akoka.

Guidelines for Graduating Students

Collection of Academic Outfit and Order of Proceedings

Graduating students must collect their gowns and Order of Proceedings from their respective faculties or centres:

• College of Medicine.
• School of Postgraduate Studies.
• Distance Learning Institute.
• University of Lagos Business School.

Submission of Payment Receipts

Forward payment receipts to the appropriate faculty email:

• Distance Learning Institute: [email protected]
• ULBS: [email protected]
• Postgraduate Studies: [email protected]
• Arts: [email protected]
• Basic Medical Sciences: [email protected]
• Clinical Sciences: [email protected]
• Dental Sciences: [email protected]
• Education: [email protected]
• Engineering: [email protected]
• Environmental Sciences: [email protected]
• Law: [email protected]
• Management Sciences: [email protected]
• Pharmacy: [email protected]
• Science: [email protected]
• Social Sciences: [email protected]

Seat Reservation

Seat reservation is mandatory for Days 1 and 2 via the UNILAG Convocation Access Portal.

• Access passes for Day 1 must be printed on January 9, 2025.
• Access passes for Day 2 must be printed on January 10, 2025.

No admittance will be allowed into the J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium after 8:30 a.m. for morning sessions or 12:30 p.m. for afternoon sessions.

Return of Academic Outfit

All gowns must be returned by Monday, February 3, 2025, to avoid a fine of ₦40,000.

Certificate Collection

Certificates are available immediately after the convocation.
Late collection will attract penalties:

• ₦10,000 for the first year.
• ₦5,000 for each additional year.

Alumni Registration Fee

Graduating students must pay:

• First degree: ₦5,000.
• Postgraduate degree: ₦7,500.

Payments can be made to designated accounts:

• UBA: 1000034082.
• WEMA Bank: 0121188199.
• ECO Bank: 1962000847.
• Access Bank: 0043655942.
• GTBank: 0019787148.