The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has officially released the programme of events for its 49th Convocation Ceremony, marking another significant milestone in the institution’s history of academic excellence and global relevance. The multi-day celebration features a series of activities, including the award of diplomas, first degrees, postgraduate and honorary degrees, convocation lecture, as well as special ceremonies designed to honour outstanding achievements and contributions.
WEDNESDAY, 10TH DECEMBER, 2025
AWARD OF DIPLOMA DEGREES
Venue: Department of Local Government Studies
Time: 10.00 a.m
THURSDAY, 11TH DECEMBER, 2025
The Conferment of First Degrees in the following Faculties: Administration, Arts, Education, Law and Social Sciences.
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 10.00 a.m
Convocation Play – MADAM TINUBU by AKINWUMI ISHOLA
Venue: Oduduwa Hall
Time: 7.00 p.m – 9.00 p.m
FRIDAY, 12TH DECEMBER, 2025
The Conferment of First Degrees in Faculties of Agriculture, Computing Science and Engineering, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Dentistry, Environmental Design and Management, Pharmacy, Science and Technology.
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 10.00 a.m
Convocation Lecture/ Distinguished Award
Main Lecturer: A renowned Lecturer, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
Venue: Oduduwa Hall
Time: 4.00 – 6.00 p.m
SATURDAY, 13TH DECEMBER, 2025
The Conferment of Postgraduate Diplomas, Professional Master’s Degrees, Master’s Degree and Doctor of Philosophy Degrees and Honorary Degrees.
Award of Postgraduate Degrees and Honorary Degrees
Convocation Lecture and Award of Excellence to be Delivered and Received by the Senate President
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 12:30 p.m
Convocation Luncheon:
Raising a New Generation of Leaders for the World in such a Difficult Time through University Education
RSVP:
Mr. K. A. Bakare, Registrar — 08033967804
Professor Solomon Adebola, Chairman, Ceremonies Committee — 07098287110
Website: www.oauife.edu.ng
