The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is set to host its 55th Convocation Ceremonies from Monday, January 13 to Friday, January 17, 2025, with a record-breaking 16,409 graduands across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. This grand occasion will feature 561 first-class graduates, honourary degrees, awards, and the commissioning of key projects.

Graduation Statistics

The convocation will recognize achievements across various academic levels:

• First Degrees and Diplomas: 9,684 students.

• Postgraduate Degrees: 6,659 students.

• UNILAG Business School: 66 students.

Undergraduate Degree Breakdown

• First Class: 561.

• Second Class Upper: 3,916.

• Second Class Lower: 3,763.

• Third Class: 1,143.

• Pass Degrees: 78.

• Unclassified Degrees: 223.

Outstanding Graduands

• Best Overall Undergraduate Students:
  • Damilare Adebakun and Samuel Badekale (Cell Biology and Genetics), with a perfect 5.0 CGPA.

• Best Humanities Graduate:
  • Olamide Emida (Accounting), with a 4.95 CGPA.

• Best PhD Thesis in Sciences:
  • Adetoun Akintoye

• Best PhD Thesis in Humanities:
  • Eniola Ladipo

Key Activities for the Convocation

Monday, January 13, 2025

• Jumat Service at UNILAG Central Mosque.

• Exhibition Opening: 9:00 am at the Senate Car Park near J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium.

• Project Commissioning by Chief Wole Olanipekun:
  • Centre for Herbal Medicine and Drug Recovery.
  • 120-bed extension at Moremi Hall.
  • Ultra-modern Learning Commons (library extension).

• Convocation Lecture:
  • Topic: “Universities as Hubs for Development and Wealth Creation.”
  • Speaker: Dr. Tayo Aduloju.
  • Chairperson: Mr. Babatunde Fashola.

• Groundbreaking for the School of Postgraduate Studies building.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

• Morning Session (9:00 am): Faculties of Education and Social Sciences.

• Afternoon Session (1:00 pm): Faculties of Arts, Environmental Sciences, and Science.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

• Morning Session: Faculties of Engineering, Law, and Management Sciences.

• Afternoon Session: Faculties of Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, and Distance Learning Institute.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

• Postgraduate Graduation: Diplomas, Master’s, and Doctorate Degrees.

• Honourary Degrees:
  • Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.
  • Mr. Kola Adesina.
  • Mr. Fola Adeola.

• Emeritus Professorships:
  • Professors Babajide Alo and Olukayode Amund.

Friday, January 17, 2025

• Long Service Awards Ceremony: Tolu Odugbemi Hall.

• Convocation Play: Langbodo by Wale Ogunyemi, 4:00 pm, J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

• Thanksgiving Service: Chapel of Christ Our Light, UNILAG, Akoka.

UNILAG’s 55th Convocation promises a blend of academic excellence, cultural events, and infrastructure development. With 561 first-class graduates and remarkable accomplishments from students and faculty alike, the ceremonies will undoubtedly celebrate the university’s legacy and contributions to education in Nigeria. For more details, refer to the official UNILAG Convocation Programme.

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