UNILAG 55th Convocation Ceremonies [Full Details and Schedules]
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is delighted to announce the 55th Convocation Ceremonies for the 2023/2024 academic session. This grand occasion is designed to celebrate the academic achievements of its students, with a total of 16,409 graduates set to be conferred with degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Among these, 76 females and 30 males have earned the distinguished honor of First-Class degrees.
This landmark event is a moment of pride for the entire UNILAG community, including students, parents, guardians, and well-wishers. The ceremonies are scheduled to begin with a Pre-Convocation Press Conference on January 8, 2025, followed by a series of activities that showcase the university’s commitment to academic excellence and community engagement.
The events set to be held range from exhibitions and project commissioning to the award of degrees and convocation lectures. The 55th Convocation Ceremonies promise to be memorable for all participants. Continue reading for detailed information on the payments to be made, the schedule of events, and much more to help you prepare for and look forward to this remarkable event.
UNILAG 55th Convocation Ceremonies – Key Events and Programme Details
| Date | Event | Time/Location |
|---|---|---|
| January 8, 2025 | Pre-Convocation Press Conference | – |
| January 10, 2025 | Special Jumat Service | UNILAG Central Mosque |
| January 13, 2025 | Opening of Exhibitions and Commissioning of Projects | 9:00 a.m., Senate Car Park near J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium |
| Convocation Lecture by Dr. Tayo Aduloju | Chaired by Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola | |
| January 14, 2025 | Morning Session: Award of First Degrees (Faculties of Education and Social Sciences) | 9:00 a.m. |
| Afternoon Session: Award of First Degrees (Faculties of Arts, Environmental Sciences, Science) | 1:00 p.m. | |
| January 15, 2025 | Morning Session: Award of First Degrees (Faculties of Engineering, Law, Management Sciences) | 9:00 a.m. |
| Afternoon Session: Award of First Degrees (Medical Faculties and Distance Learning Institute) | 1:00 p.m. | |
| January 16, 2025 | Postgraduate Awards and Honorary Degrees | – |
| January 17, 2025 | Long Service Award Ceremony | Tolu Odugbemi Hall |
| Convocation Play: Langbodo by Wale Ogunyemi | 4:00 p.m. | |
| January 19, 2025 | Thanksgiving Service | Chapel of Christ Our Light, UNILAG, Akoka |
Seat Reservation: To ensure a smooth and well-organized event, all graduating students are required to reserve their seats for the convocation ceremonies scheduled for January 14 and 15, 2025. This reservation must be completed through the UNILAG Convocation Access Portal, where students can select their preferred seating arrangements. After successfully reserving a seat, students will need to print their access passes, which serve as admission tickets for the event.
Access pass printing is divided into two phases: Day 1 passes will be available for printing starting January 9, 2025, while Day 2 passes can be printed from January 10, 2025. These access passes are mandatory for entry into the venue, ensuring that each participant has a designated seat for the respective sessions.
Academic Outfit Fees
| Category | Outright Purchase | Hiring |
|---|---|---|
| First Degree | ₦40,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Master’s Degree, PGD, MPhil | ₦40,000 | ₦15,000 |
| Doctorate Degree | ₦65,000 | N/A |
The outfits are available from December 30, 2024, at designated faculties and units upon presentation of payment receipts. All graduates must ensure that they return their academic outfits before February 3, 2025, as late returns will incur a ₦40,000 fee.
Payment Procedure
- Generate payment advice via the student portal.
- Use the RRR to make payments through Remita.
Submission of Payment Receipts
Graduates are required to submit their payment receipts to the designated faculty emails. This step ensures proper record-keeping and smooth logistics management for the convocation ceremonies. The payment receipts must be sent to the following faculty email addresses:-
- Distance Learning Institute: [email protected]
- University of Lagos Business School (ULBS): [email protected]
- School of Postgraduate Studies: [email protected]
- Faculty of Arts: [email protected]
For other faculties, payment receipt submission follows a similar format. It is important for graduates to send these receipts immediately after making payments to avoid any delays in processing their convocation materials.
Certificate Collection
Available immediately after the ceremonies. Late collection penalties apply:-
- ₦10,000 for the first year.
- ₦5,000 for every subsequent year.
Alumni Registration Fee
- First Degree: ₦5,000
- Postgraduate Degree: ₦7,500
All graduates are to pay into designated UNILAG Alumni Association accounts:-
- UBA: 1000034082
- WEMA Bank: 0121188199
- GTBank: 0019787148
Conclusion
The 55th Convocation Ceremonies at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) promise to be a memorable event, bringing together students, faculty, and the university community. Graduating students are encouraged to follow all outlined procedures, from making necessary payments to reserving seats and collecting academic outfits.
As the University of Lagos prepares to celebrate the success of its students we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all graduates.
