UNILORIN 50th Anniversary Programme Schedule

The 50th Anniversary celebrations mark a major milestone for the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) as it turns fifty years since its founding.

The week-long programme is scheduled to take place from Sunday, 23rd November to Friday, 28th November 2025. The event line-up includes thanksgiving services, lectures, alumni activities and cultural showcases that reflect the university's heritage and achievements.

UNILORIN 50th Anniversary Programme Schedule

Day 1 – Anniversary Thanksgiving Service (Sunday, 23rd November 2025)

• 10:00 a.m. – Anniversary Service and Thanksgiving
  Venue: Unilorin Chapels

Day 2 – Awareness (Monday, 24th November 2025)

• 07:00 a.m. – Unilorin @50 Walk with branded T-shirts
  Venue: University Roundabout
• 01:00 p.m. – VC Dialogue with All Former Principal Officers
• 04:00 p.m. – Son of Iron (Special Screening and Unilorin Premiere of Nollywood Movie)
  Venue: University Auditorium

Day 3 – Press Briefing (Tuesday, 25th November 2025)

• 10:00 a.m. – Vice Chancellor's Press Briefing and Courtesy Visits
  Venue: Auditorium Basement

Day 4 – Alumni Day, Fundraising and Anniversary Play (Wednesday, 26th November 2025)

• 10:00 a.m. – Alumni Colloquium and Presentation from Notable Alumni
  Representation of Sets 1–45
  Fundraising for Alumni Project (Innovation and Transcript Hubs)
  Venue: University Auditorium
• 02:00 p.m. – Alumni Luncheon
  Venue: Multi-purpose Hall
• 06:00 p.m. – Anniversary Play – Department of Performing Arts
  Venue: Performing Arts Theatre

Day 5 – 50th Anniversary Ceremony and Dinner (Thursday, 27th November 2025)

• 10:00 a.m. – 50th Anniversary Ceremony
  • Anniversary Lecture by Professor PLO Lumumba
  • Book Presentation: Unilorin @50
  • Goodwill Messages from Guests and Alumni
  • Launching of ₦50 Billion Endowment Fund
  • Special Recognitions
    Venue: University Auditorium
• 07:00 p.m. – Anniversary Dinner
  Venue: Multi-purpose Hall

Day 6 – Prayers and Sports (Friday, 28th November 2025)

• 10:00 a.m. – VC Dialogue with Students' Union
• 01:30 p.m. – Anniversary Jumaa't Prayer
  Venue: University Mosque
• 04:00 p.m. – Sporting Activities
  Venue: University Sports Arena

UNILORIN 50th Anniversary Committee

• Chairman: Professor O.A. Mokoulu – 08037137407
• Secretary: Mrs. Taiwo K. Afolayan – 08033352540

Closing Note

The UNILORIN 50th Anniversary events celebrate the university's growth, achievements and contributions to education. The management invites students, staff, alumni and the public to participate and share in the celebration of fifty years of learning, service and community development.

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