EDO STATE UNIVERSITY, IYAMHO ANNOUNCES 8TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY, RELEASES PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

The Management of Edo State University, Iyamho, has announced its 8th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to hold on Saturday, 28 November 2026.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Victor O. Adetimiri, FNPBA, extended the invitation on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate, staff and students of the university, inviting members of the general public to the ceremony.

The convocation will feature the award of postgraduate degrees, postgraduate diplomas and first degrees, as well as the presentation of prizes to deserving graduands and recipients.

According to the announcement, the main ceremony will commence at 11:00 a.m. at the Aliko Dangote Auditorium, Edo State University, Iyamho, Edo State.

Edo State University 8th Convocation Ceremony 2026: Date, Time and Venue

Members of the university community, graduands, parents, invited guests and the general public are expected to take note of the following details:

The university has also advised invited guests to be seated before the commencement of the ceremony.

Edo State University 8th Convocation Programme of Events

The university has scheduled activities for the convocation week from Sunday, 22 November, to Saturday, 28 November 2026.

Below is the complete programme of events as announced by the institution.

Day 1: Sunday, 22 November 2026

Event: Thanksgiving Service
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Venue: St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iyamho, Edo State.

The convocation week will begin with a thanksgiving service at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Iyamho.

Day 2: Monday, 23 November 2026

Event: Press Briefing
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: University Senate Chambers.

The university will hold a press briefing as part of the activities leading up to the main convocation ceremony.

Day 3: Tuesday, 24 November 2026

Event: Flag-off of a Two-Day Free Medical Outreach
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Duration: 24–25 November 2026.

The institution will commence a two-day free medical outreach as part of the convocation activities.

Day 4: Wednesday, 25 November 2026

Event: Novelty Football Match
Time: 3:00 p.m.

The novelty match will feature the following fixtures:

• Edo State University Staff vs. Auchi Coaches Football Team.
• Female Academic Staff vs. Female Non-Academic Staff.

The matches form part of the university’s activities for the convocation week.

Day 5: Thursday, 26 November 2026

Thursday’s programme will feature the convocation lecture and the Vice-Chancellor’s cocktail.

1. Convocation Lecture

• Time: 2:00 p.m.
• Topic: That Nigeria’s Higher Education System May Fulfil Its Purpose
• Convocation Lecturer: Professor Labode Popoola, Ph.D., FFAN, Professor of Forest Economics and Sustainable Development and Executive Secretary/CEO of the African Forest Forum, Nairobi, Kenya.

The lecture will focus on the purpose and effectiveness of Nigeria’s higher education system.

Distinguished Guest of Honour: Professor Andrew Haruna, FIAN, FNAL, Secretary General, Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities.

Special Guest of Honour: Dr. Washington O. Osifo, Commissioner for Education, Edo State.

2. Vice-Chancellor’s Cocktail

• Time: 5:00 p.m.

The Vice-Chancellor’s cocktail is also scheduled to take place on Thursday, 26 November 2026.

Day 6: Friday, 27 November 2026

Event: Jumat Prayers
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Venue: Iyamho Central Mosque, Iyamho, Edo State.

The programme will continue with Jumat prayers at Iyamho Central Mosque.

Day 7: Saturday, 28 November 2026

Event: 8th Convocation Ceremony
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Venue: Aliko Dangote Auditorium, Edo State University, Iyamho.

The final day will feature the main convocation ceremony, including:

• Award of postgraduate degrees.
• Award of postgraduate diplomas.
• Award of first degrees.
• Presentation of prizes.

Graduands, invited guests, parents and members of the public attending the ceremony are expected to arrive early and be seated before proceedings begin.

What to Expect at the Edo State University Convocation

The 8th Convocation Ceremony represents an important occasion for Edo State University, Iyamho, as it celebrates the academic achievements of its graduating students.

The award of postgraduate qualifications, postgraduate diplomas and first degrees will form the central part of the ceremony. The presentation of prizes will also recognise deserving recipients.

Beyond the main ceremony, the week-long programme includes religious services, a press briefing, a free medical outreach, sporting activities, a convocation lecture and other engagements.

These activities will bring together members of the university community, invited dignitaries and other stakeholders.

Important Information for Graduands and Invited Guests

Graduands and guests planning to attend the ceremony should take note of the following:

1. The main convocation ceremony will take place on Saturday, 28 November 2026.
2. Proceedings are scheduled to commence at 11:00 a.m.
3. The venue is the Aliko Dangote Auditorium at Edo State University, Iyamho.
4. Guests are expected to be seated before the ceremony begins.
5. Those interested in attending other convocation activities should note the individual dates, times and venues listed in the programme.

For additional information about attendance arrangements, graduands should consult official university announcements.

Conclusion

Edo State University, Iyamho, has announced its 8th Convocation Ceremony for Saturday, 28 November 2026, with the main event scheduled for 11:00 a.m. at the Aliko Dangote Auditorium.

The seven-day programme, running from 22 to 28 November, will feature a thanksgiving service, press briefing, free medical outreach, novelty football matches, a convocation lecture, Jumat prayers and the main graduation ceremony.

Graduands, parents, invited guests and members of the public are encouraged to take note of the programme and make the necessary arrangements to attend.