The University of Lagos (UNILAG) Management, drew the curtains on the 55th Convocation Ceremonies of the University on Sunday, January 19, 2025 with a Thanksgiving Service at the Chapel of Christ our Light on the UNILAG Campus.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS, flanked by her husband, Mr Olusegun Ogunsola, FCA, led the management team which included principal officers of the University to the thanksgiving service which began at 10:00 am.
They were joined by the congregation in singing and dancing to God for a successful outing at the 55th Convocation ceremonies, as well as for the peace, stability and sustained development which UNILAG has continued to enjoy over the decades.
The Vice-Chancellor, in her remarks at the event, thanked God for a successful outing all through the convocation ceremonies. She also expressed gratitude to members of staff, students and other stakeholders for identifying with and standing solidly behind the University all through the ceremonies.
Prof. Ogunsola described the overwhelming support enjoyed all through the ceremonies as a major factor which ensured the overall success.
The Chaplain, Chapel of Christ our Light, Rev. Azuka Ogbolumani prayed for the University and management team led by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS.
He also used the occasion to announce and present awards/prizes to selected student members of the church in acknowledgment of their excellent academic performances and dedication to God’s work.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS, the Chairman, Convocation Planning Committee, Professor Olufunlayo Bammeke and the Acting Registrar, Mrs. Olakunle Makinde were also specially celebrated by the church.
The homily for the service titled “Do not Compromise” was delivered by Professor Rev. Oluwayemisi Obashoro-John, who harped on the need for the congregation to know their place as children of God and stick to Godly standards in all they do.
The congregation was enjoined o remain committed to the continued growth and development of UNILAG.
Activities marking the 55th Convocation Ceremonies of the University of Lagos commenced on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, with a Pre-Convocation Press Conference addressed by the Vice-Chancellor. Click here for details: https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46321.
This was followed by a Special Jumaat Service which held at the UNILAG Central Mosque on Friday, January 10, 2025. Click here for details: https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46473.
The Convocation Lecture titled: Universities as Hubs for Development and Wealth Creation was delivered by Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Dr. Oluwatayo David Aduloju, on Monday, January 13, 2025 (https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46579 ) while Congregation for the Award of First Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates and Prizes to graduating students as well as Conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degrees held from Tuesday, January 14 to Thursday, January 16, 2025. Click on these links; https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46798, https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46740 and https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46963 for reports of the three days proceedings.
Friday, January 17, 2025 was dedicated to a Long Service Award Ceremony in honour of retired staff members of the University (https://unilag.edu.ng/?p=46901) and Convocation Play titled: Langbodo (https://www.youtube.com/live/2AK_SSRPbBo).
Report: Gbenga Gbelee
Photography: Samuel Dosumu
