The University of Lagos, UNILAG has announced arrangements for its 55th Convocation Ceremonies, scheduled to take place from Monday, January 13, to Thursday, January 16, 2025.
The ceremonies will include the convocation lecture, and the congregation for the award of certificates, diplomas, first degrees, postgraduate diplomas, master’s, executive master’s, and doctoral degrees. Also, the event will feature the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees, the award of the Professor Emeritus title, and the Gold Medalist Award.
In light of the ceremonies, the Senate Car Park will be restricted from public use from January 13 to January 16, 2025. The university has urged members of staff and the public to make use of designated car parks during this period. Furthermore, UNILAG has emphasized that no convocation parties or canopies will be allowed on campus.
Ahead of the convocation, a Pre-Convocation Press Conference is scheduled for Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Senate Chamber, 2nd Floor, Senate House, UNILAG Akoka.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Tolulope Ogunsola, OON, FAS, will address the press. Guests are advised to arrive early, as seating begins at 9:45 a.m.