Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has officially published the full programme for its 49th Convocation Ceremony, a landmark celebration honouring academic achievements across diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and honorary degree levels. The week-long ceremony features lectures, award presentations, cultural performances, and special recognitions that reflect the university’s long-standing commitment to excellence and global impact.

Below is the complete schedule for the 2025 convocation activities.

OAU 49th Convocation Programme of Events

Wednesday, 10 December 2025

Award of Diploma Degrees

Venue: Department of Local Government Studies
Time: 10:00 a.m.

Thursday, 11 December 2025

Conferment of First Degrees

Faculties:

Administration
Arts
Education
Law
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, 12 December 2025

Conferment of First Degrees (Science & Technology Disciplines)

Faculties:

Agriculture
Computing Sciences
Engineering
Basic Medical Sciences
Clinical Sciences
Dentistry
Environmental Design & Management
Pharmacy
Science
Technology
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 10:00 a.m.

Convocation Lecture and Distinguished Award Presentation

Main Lecturer: Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo
Venue: Oduduwa Hall
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, 13 December 2025

Conferment of Postgraduate & Honorary Degrees

Degrees Awarded:

Postgraduate Diplomas
Professional Master’s Degrees
Master’s Degrees
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Honorary Degrees

Convocation Lecture & Award of Excellence

Guest: Senate President
Venue: Oduduwa Hall Amphitheatre
Time: 12:30 p.m.

Convocation Luncheon

Theme:
Raising a New Generation of Leaders for the World in Difficult Times through University Education

RSVP Contacts:

Mr. K. A. Bakare, Registrar — 08033967804
Prof. Solomon Adebola, Chairman, Ceremonies Committee — 07098287110

Official Website: www.oauife.edu.ng

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