With its 33rd Convocation Ceremony, the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) plans to commemorate a noteworthy achievement. The ceremony, which combines tradition, culture, and forward-thinking ideas, will be attended by notable academics, students, parents, and well-wishers from many backgrounds.
All interested parties are formally invited by the Vice-Chancellor of FUTA, Professor Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, FAS, in collaboration with the Governing Council, Senate, and academic community. An extensive schedule of the events planned for this momentous occasion is provided in this post.
FUTA Convocation Ceremony Key Dates and Events
Friday, 10th November, 2023
- Press Briefing
Location: T. I. Francis Auditorium
Time: 10.00 a.m. - Juma’at Service
Location: FUTA Central Mosque, Obanla
Time: 2.00 p.m.
Sunday, 12th November, 2023
- Interdenominational Service
Location: Saint Albert Catholic Church, Obanla
Time: 10.00 a.m.
Monday, 13th November, 2023
- Excellence and Productivity Award Ceremony
Location: Babatunde Afen Adebayo Multipurpose Hall
Time: 3.00 p.m.
Tuesday, 14th November, 2023
- Exhibition
Location: Exhibition Ground adjacent Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium
Time: 9.00 a.m. - Career Talk
Location: T.I. Francis Auditorium
Time: 10.00 a.m. - Novelty Football Match
Location: University Sports Complex
Time: 2.00 p.m.
Wednesday, 15th November, 2023
- Convocation Meeting
Location: T.I Francis Auditorium
Time: 11.00 a.m. - Alumni Lecture
Location: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA
Time: 2.00 p.m. - Alumni Dinner
Location: Babatunde Afen Adebayo Multipurpose Hall
Time: 5.00 p.m.
Thursday, 16 November, 2023
- Alumni Meeting
Location: T.I Francis Auditorium
Time: 10.00 a.m. - Convocation Lecture
Topic: Knowledge and Research: The Foundation of Prosperous Economy
Guest Lecturer: Dr Bosun Tijani, Hon Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy
Location: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA
Time: 3.00 p.m. - Students’ Variety Show
Location: University Sports Complex
Time: 4.00 p.m.
Friday, 17 November, 2023
- Commissioning of Projects
Location: Project Sites
Time: 8.00 a.m. - Award of Certificates, Diplomas and First Degrees
Location: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA
Time: 10.00 a.m.
Saturday, 18 November, 2023
- Commissioning of Projects
Location: Project Sites
Time: 8.00 a.m. - Award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Masters Degrees, and Doctorate Degrees
Location: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA
Time: 10.00 a.m. - Convocation Luncheon
Location: Vice Chancellor’s Lodge
Note: This will commence immediately after the Convocation.
General Information for Attendees
FUTA has established certain regulations to ensure a seamless experience for attendees:
- Restricted Access to Auditorium: It’s pertinent to note that parents, guardians, and members of the public will not be granted access to the Auditorium. However, a designated area has been set up where the live proceedings of the event can be viewed. Access to this area will be given upon the presentation of an invitation card.
- Event Admission: Admission to the event venues will be restricted to officials with the appropriate tags and individuals with invitation cards.
- Vehicle Restrictions: Vehicles bearing the designated tags should be parked in the allocated areas. Any vehicle without the requisite tag will face movement restrictions within the campus.
The 33rd Convocation Ceremony at FUTA is expected to be a spectacle of pomp, ceremony, and academic brilliance. Through this event, the university highlights its dedication to encouraging innovation, research, and the transmission of knowledge for societal advancement in addition to celebrating the academic accomplishments of its students.