FULOKOJA 9th Convocation Ceremony Holds October 13–19, 2025 Full Programme of Events

Every October, the Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA) comes alive in vibrant colours, celebrating growth, excellence, and community. This year, the university is set to host its 9th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to run from Monday, October 13 to Sunday, October 19, 2025.

The week-long event promises a rich blend of academic brilliance, cultural display, awards, prayers, and thanksgiving. Already, excitement fills the air — from students preparing their gowns to staff finalizing arrangements and the entire Lokoja community sharing in the pride.

Below is the detailed programme of activities for the 2025 Convocation Week.

Day 1: Monday, October 13, 2025

Event I: Press Briefing by the Vice-Chancellor

• Venue: University Senate Chamber, Felele
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt
• Speaker: Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, Vice-Chancellor

Event II: Colloquium in Honour of Professor Olu Obafemi

• Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Felele
• Time: 12:00 p.m. prompt

Day 2: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 – Founders’ Day

Event I: Carnival Procession

• Venue: Adankolo
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt

Event II: Special Public Lecture

• Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Felele
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt
• Topic: Empowering the Future Generation: The Founders’ Vision and Legacy
• Guest Lecturer: Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, CFR (Former Speaker, House of Representatives, Abuja)

Event III: Distinguished Awards to Alumni and Others

• Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Felele
• Time: 2:00 p.m. prompt

Day 3: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Event I: Research Fair and Exhibition

• Venue: Adankolo
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt

Event II: Musical Concert

• Venue: COHS Auditorium, Adankolo
• Time: 4:00 p.m.

Day 4: Thursday, October 16, 2025

Event I: Convocation Lecture

• Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Felele
• Time: 2:00 p.m. prompt
• Topic: The Intersection of Law, Digital Technology, and Human Resourcefulness in Transforming University Education in Nigeria
• Lecturer: Prince Lateef Olasukanmi Fagbemi, SAN, Attorney General of the Federation & Minister of Justice

Event II: Convocation Play

• Venue: Adankolo
• Time: 6:00 p.m. prompt

Day 5: Friday, October 17, 2025

Event I: Juma’at Prayer

• Venue: University Mosque, Felele
• Time: 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Event II: Chancellor’s Night

• Venue: Kay-Galaxy Events Centre
• Time: 5:00 p.m. prompt

Day 6: Saturday, October 18, 2025 – Main Convocation Ceremony

The highlight of the week!
The Convocation Ceremony for the 2024/2025 Session will include:

• Award of First Degrees (Faculties of Arts, Education, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, Science, and Social Sciences)
• Endowment and Prizes presentation
• Award of Honorary Doctorate Degrees and Higher Degrees
• Venue: Convocation Arena, Felele
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt

Day 7: Sunday, October 19, 2025

Event: Inter-Denominational Thanksgiving Service

• Venue: COHS Auditorium, Adankolo Campus
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt

Final Note

The FULOKOJA 9th Convocation isn’t just an academic celebration — it’s a moment of reflection, achievement, and community spirit. Students, alumni, parents, and friends of the university are all warmly invited to take part in this week of celebration.

Congratulations in advance to all graduating students of the Federal University Lokoja!