Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO), invites the public to its 22nd Convocation Ceremony.
The event will honour graduates and distinguished individuals while celebrating the university’s achievements.
Scheduled from Tuesday, 26th November 2024, to Sunday, 1st December 2024, the ceremony includes lectures, awards, and cultural events.
Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO) Convocation Ceremony Programme
Day 1: Convocation Lecture and Cocktail Party
- Convocation Lecture
- Speaker: Abigail Marshall Katung, Lord Mayor of Leeds City, United Kingdom.
- Topic: Education for National Impact.
- Date: Tuesday, 26th November 2024.
- Time: 10:00 am.
- Venue: Main Auditorium, Igbinedion University, Okada.
- Cocktail Party
- Date: Tuesday, 26th November 2024.
- Time: 4:00 pm.
- Venue: Banquet Hall, Igbinedion University, Okada.
Day 2: Convocation Play
- Play Title: Okonkwo.
- Date: Wednesday, 27th November 2024.
- Time: 10:00 am.
- Venue: University Arts Theatre, Igbinedion University, Okada.
Day 3: First Degrees and Prizes
- Convocation Lecture
- Speaker: Mr. Chris Jibreel Maiyaki, Acting Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission.
- Convocation Ceremony
- Event: Award of First Degrees and Prizes.
- Date: Friday, 29th November 2024.
- Time: 10:00 am.
- Venue: Main Auditorium, Igbinedion University, Okada.
Day 4: Higher Degrees and Honorary Degrees
- Convocation Lecture
- Speaker: Prof. Egle Lastauskiene, Director of Vilnius University LSC Institute of Biosciences.
- Topic: Internationalization of Transdisciplinary Research in a Digital Age.
- Convocation Ceremony
- Event: Award of Higher Degrees and Conferment of Honorary Degrees.
- Date: Saturday, 30th November 2024.
- Time: 10:00 am.
- Venue: Main Auditorium, Igbinedion University, Okada.
Day 5: Thanksgiving Service
- Date: Sunday, 1st December 2024.
- Time: 10:00 am.
- Venue: Chapel of Grace, IUTH Campus, Okada.
Online Access
A Zoom Meeting ID (748 491 8882) and passcode (iuokada) are provided for virtual participation in all events.
This convocation is a moment to celebrate academic success and acknowledge the efforts of graduates and stakeholders.
