FUD 8th & 9th Convocation Ceremony Programme of Events

 

FUD 8th & 9th Convocation Ceremony Programme of Events

Federal University Dutse has announced the full schedule for its 8th and 9th combined convocation. The events will run from 30 June to 5 July 2025 and include a press briefing, pre-convocation lecture, Chancellor’s Night, and the main ceremony.



Federal University Dutse in Jigawa State has released the official timetable for its upcoming 8th and 9th combined convocation. The programme is packed with formal events and will run for almost a week, starting Monday, 30 June and ending with the main convocation on Saturday, 5 July 2025.

Here’s the full schedule.

Monday, 30 June 2025

Vice-Chancellor’s Press BriefingVenue: FUD Senate Chamber (New Senate Extension)
Time: 2:00 PM

This opens the convocation week, with the Vice-Chancellor expected to brief the press on the university’s progress and plans.
Friday, 4 July 2025

Pre-Convocation LectureLecturer: Prof. J.D. Amin, OFR (FUD’s Pioneer Vice-Chancellor)
Chairperson: Prof. Fatima Batul Mukhtar (Former Vice-Chancellor)
Venue: Nuhu Muhammad Sanusi Auditorium, FUD
Time: 4:00 PM

Chancellor’s Night & Send-Forth CeremonyHonouring members of the 3rd Governing Council and former Deputy Vice-Chancellors
Venue: Banquet Hall, Government House, Dutse
Time: 8:00 PM

This part of the ceremony combines celebration and farewell, bringing together senior figures and university guests.
Saturday, 5 July 2025



Main Convocation CeremonyVenue: Convocation Square, FUD
Time: 9:00 AM

Graduands, families, and staff are expected to arrive early. This is the key event of the entire week.