FUTA Convocation Ceremony: The Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) 36th Convocation Ceremony Schedule of Events for 2023/2024 graduates has been Announced.
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) is pleased to announce its highly anticipated 36th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to take place from Friday, 7 November 2025 through Saturday, 15 November 2025.
Highlights of the Convocation Week
The convocation event will span nine days and includes a rich series of ceremonies, academic sessions, cultural activities, and social engagements. Below is the programme outline:
Friday, 7 November 2025
Press Briefing at T. I. Francis Auditorium, 10:00 a.m.
Jumu‘at Service at FUTA Central Mosque, Obanla, 2:30 p.m.
Sunday, 9 November 2025
Interdenominational Service at St. Albert Catholic Church, 8:00 a.m.
Monday, 10 November 2025
Excellence and Productivity Award Ceremony at Afen Adebayo Multipurpose Hall, 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Career Talk at T. I. Francis Auditorium, 10:00 a.m.
Exhibition at Afen Adebayo Multipurpose Hall, 10:00 a.m.
Novelty Football Match at University Sports Complex, 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
Convocation Meeting at Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.
Alumni Dinner & Awards at Afen Adebayo Multipurpose Hall, 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, 13 November 2025
Award of Diplomas and Certificates at T. I. Francis Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.
Alumni Meeting & Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, 10:00 a.m.
Students’ Variety Show at T. I. Francis Auditorium, 5:00 p.m.
Friday, 14 November 2025
Commissioning of Projects at designated project sites, 8:00 a.m.
Award of First Degrees and Convocation Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, 10:00 a.m.
Lecture Title: “Strategies and Tactics for Solving Skills Challenges in Nigeria: The Roles of Government, Institutions and the Youth”
Guest Lecturer: Prince Adetokunbo Kayode, SAN — Former Attorney-General & Minister of Justice, Former Minister of Labour.
Saturday, 15 November 2025
Award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s and Doctorate Degrees at Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, 10:00 a.m.
Convocation Luncheon at the Vice-Chancellor’s Lodge, 2:00 p.m.
Important Notes for Graduands
Graduating students are required to participate in the academic procession in approved gowns. Gown collection is on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to payment of designated fees. Students are advised to liaise with their respective Schools for details concerning payment procedures, invitation cards, rehearsal schedules, and gown collection. Further updates will be available via the university’s official website and student portals.
NOTICE TO GRADUATING STUDENTS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
- Parents, Guardians and members of the public will not be allowed into the Auditorium. A special area, where they can follow the proceedings live has been designated and they will be allowed into the area on the presentation of invitation cards.
- Only officials with appropriate tags and persons with invitation cards will be allowed into events venues. Vehicles with appropriate tags should be parked at designated areas while there will be restriction of vehicles without tags within the Campus.
NOTICE TO GRADUATING STUDENTS
- It is mandatory for graduating students to participate in the academic procession fully dressed in approved academic gowns. Academic gowns are limited and will be given out to graduating students on first come first serve basis after the payment of appropriate fees.
- Graduating students are also expected to pay for specially designed scrolls and a copy of the Order of Proceedings containing the names of all graduating students.
- All Ph.D. graduating students are also to purchase the designated academic gowns through the School of Postgraduate Studies.
- All students must be at the robing venue by 8.00am at the car park of the Main Auditorium
- Procession for graduating students starts at 8.30am.
- Graduating Students who are not fully robed will not be allowed to take part in the procession.
- Graduating Students will not be allowed to join the procession midway.
- During the ceremony, graduating students will NOT be allowed in and out of the venue.
Graduating students should liaise with appropriate officials of their Schools for Schedule of Fees and method of payment, invitation cards, details of the ceremonies and other related instructions. They are also enjoined to visit www.futa.edu.ng for additional details.
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