Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, has officially released the full programme and guidelines for its 35th Convocation Ceremony, marking the conclusion of the 2024/2025 academic session.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ayodeji Agboola, on behalf of the University Council, Senate, staff, and students, has extended an open invitation to graduands, parents, alumni, and members of the public to attend the ceremonies scheduled to hold at the Main Campus, Ago-Iwoye.

Convocation Dates and Venue

The convocation activities will span ten days, beginning and ending as follows:

• Start date: Thursday, 22 January 2026
  
• End date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
  
• Venue: Main Campus, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye
  

Degrees and Honours to Be Awarded

The 35th convocation ceremony will cover the conferment of the following:

• Bachelor’s degrees
  
• Postgraduate Diplomas (PGD)
  
• Master’s and Doctorate degrees
  
• Honorary doctorate awards
  

Breakdown of Convocation Events

Thursday, 22 January 2026

• Press briefing
  Venue: Senate Chamber
  Time: 11:00 a.m.
  
• Interactive session between graduating students and the Vice-Chancellor
  Time: 2:00 p.m.
  

Friday, 23 January 2026

• University health walk (staff and students)
  Time: 7:00 a.m.
  
• Special Jumat service
  Time: 1:30 p.m.
  

Sunday, 25 January 2026

• Convocation church service
  Venue: Chapel of Abundant Life, Main Campus
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
  

Monday, 26 January 2026

• Vice-Chancellor’s meeting with PhD graduands
  Venue: Senate Chamber
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Convocation music concert
  Venue: OGD Hall
  Time: 4:00 p.m.
  

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

• Cultural celebration day (display of Nigeria’s diverse heritage)
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Convocation stage play
  Venue: Department of Performing Arts
  Time: 4:00 p.m.
  

Wednesday, 28 January 2026

• Agriculture and Engineering exhibition
  Time: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Novelty football match (female vs male staff)
  Time: 4:00 p.m.
  

Award of First Degrees (By Faculty)

Thursday, 29 January 2026 – 10:00 a.m.

Faculties scheduled for this day include:

• Arts
  
• Basic Medical Sciences
  
• Education
  
• Law
  
• Pharmacy
  
• Social Sciences
  

Friday, 30 January 2026 – 10:00 a.m.

Faculties scheduled for this day include:

• Administration and Management Sciences
  
• Agricultural Management and Rural Development
  
• Agricultural Production and Renewable Resources
  
• Clinical Sciences
  
• Engineering
  
• Environmental Studies
  
• Science
  

Convocation Lecture and Higher Degree Awards

Saturday, 31 January 2026

• Convocation lecture: 10:00 a.m.
  
• Conferment of honorary degrees: 11:00 a.m.
  
• Award of postgraduate degrees and diplomas: (time to be announced)
  

Fees Payable by Graduands

Graduands are required to complete payment before collecting academic gowns.

Bachelor’s Degree

• Clearance, certificate & memorabilia (folder, muffler, lapel, transcript): ₦85,000
  
• Total payable: ₦85,000
  

PGD / Master’s Degree

• Clearance, certificate & memorabilia: ₦60,000
  
• Total payable: ₦60,000
  

PhD Degree

• Clearance, certificate & memorabilia: ₦65,000
  
• Academic gown: ₦60,000
  
• Total payable: ₦125,000
  

Academic Gown Collection and Return

• Gown collection begins: Wednesday, 21 January 2026
  
• Collection point: Respective College or Faculty Offices
  

Gown Return Deadline

• Final return date: Wednesday, 4 February 2026
  

Failure to return the gown by this date will attract strict sanctions, including a ₦6,000 weekly penalty until the gown is returned.

Important Seating Notice

All graduands and invited guests are expected to be seated by 9:00 a.m. on each ceremony day to ensure a smooth and orderly event.

Final Note to Graduands

The OOU convocation is a landmark moment that celebrates years of academic effort. Graduands are encouraged to comply fully with all instructions, timelines, and payment requirements to avoid unnecessary issues during the ceremonies.