UNN has announced its 55th Convocation Ceremony schedule for 22 to 25 July 2026.
- The ceremony is for graduates and invited stakeholders
- The Convocation Lecture is set for 23 July 2026
- First degrees, diplomas and certificates will be awarded on 24 July
- Higher degrees and honorary doctorates will be awarded on 25 July
- Events will hold at PAA and Ekpo Convocation Hall
Read on for the full ceremony schedule, venues and time.
The University of Nigeria, UNN, has announced the schedule for its 55th Convocation Ceremony.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management and Senate, has invited the general public, graduates and stakeholders to attend the ceremony.
The UNN 55th Convocation Ceremony will take place from Wednesday, 22 July to Saturday, 25 July 2026.
The event will cover the Convocation Lecture, the award of first degrees, diplomas and certificates, as well as the award of higher degrees and honorary doctorate degrees.
Who Has Been Invited To The UNN Convocation Ceremony?
The invitation has been extended to the general public, graduates and stakeholders.
Graduates who are part of the ceremony are expected to take note of the approved dates, venues and time for each event, as the programme will run across several days.
What Is The Official UNN 55th Convocation Schedule?
The official schedule for the UNN 55th Convocation Ceremony is as follows:
| Date | Event | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, 23 July 2026 | 55th Convocation Lecture | Princess Alexandra Unity Hall and Theatre, PAA, UNN | 11:00 am prompt |
| Friday, 24 July 2026 | Award of First Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates | Ekpo Convocation Hall | 10:00 am prompt |
| Saturday, 25 July 2026 | Award of Higher Degrees and Honorary Doctorate Degrees | Ekpo Convocation Hall | 10:00 am prompt |
Where Will The UNN Convocation Lecture Hold?
The 55th Convocation Lecture will hold at the Princess Alexandra Unity Hall and Theatre, PAA, UNN.
The lecture has been scheduled for Thursday, 23 July 2026 and the stated time is 11:00 am prompt.
When Will First Degrees, Diplomas And Certificates Be Awarded?
The award of first degrees, diplomas and certificates will take place on Friday, 24 July 2026.
The ceremony will hold at Ekpo Convocation Hall and the approved time is 10:00 am prompt.
When Will Higher Degrees And Honorary Doctorate Degrees Be Awarded?
The award of higher degrees and honorary doctorate degrees will take place on Saturday, 25 July 2026.
This part of the ceremony will also hold at Ekpo Convocation Hall and the time is 10:00 am prompt.
What Should Graduates And Guests Note?
Graduates, invited guests and stakeholders are advised to follow the schedule as announced by the University.
The ceremony runs from Wednesday, 22 July to Saturday, 25 July 2026; the listed events have fixed venues and time, so guests should take note of the specific day that applies to each activity.