The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has confirmed the programme of activities for its 31st and 32nd Combined Convocation Ceremony, with the main degree conferment events scheduled for 12 to 14 November 2026 at the Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo.
The programme also includes a convocation lecture, press briefing, alumni reunion and convocation play. The lecture took place on Wednesday, 4 November, while the remaining events run from Monday, 9 November to Saturday, 14 November 2026.
UNIUYO combined convocation programme for November 2026
Wednesday, 4 November: Convocation lecture
Professor Taiwo Oyedele, Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, delivered the convocation lecture titled "Digital Sovereignty and Ethics: Guardrails for Next Generation". The lecture was part of the activities preceding the main convocation events.
Monday, 9 November: Press briefing
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Venue: Council Chamber, Main Campus.
Tuesday, 10 November: Alumni homecoming and reunion
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Venue: 1,000-Seater TETFund Auditorium, Main Campus.
Wednesday, 11 November: Convocation play
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Venue: 1,000-Seater TETFund Auditorium, Main Campus.
Thursday, 12 November: First degrees, diplomas and certificates
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo.
Friday, 13 November: Master's degrees and postgraduate diplomas
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo.
Saturday, 14 November: Honorary doctorates, PhDs and investiture
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Convocation Arena, Main Campus, Nwaniba Road, Uyo.
The final day features the conferment of honorary doctorate degrees and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees, alongside the investiture of Emeritus Professors.
Invitation to graduands and the public
Vice-Chancellor Professor Christopher N. Ekong has invited graduands, students, alumni, university staff, stakeholders and the general public to participate in the combined convocation activities on behalf of the Governing Council, Senate and university staff.
For context on the change to the programme, readers can see the university's revised 9–14 November convocation dates and the 4 November convocation lecture announcement.
