Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, has released the full schedule for its 35th Convocation Ceremony. The event spans five days and includes academic lectures, cultural performances, alumni activities, and the awarding of degrees and honorary doctorates. Read on for the complete lineup and key information for graduands.
Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo, has formally announced its 35th Convocation Ceremony. The event will celebrate academic achievements across six academic sessions and honour distinguished personalities with honorary doctorate degrees.
The university has outlined a five-day programme packed with activities that reflect the academic, cultural, and communal spirit of the institution.
AFUED 35th Convocation Ceremony Programme of Events
Day 1: Monday, 19 May 2025
- Press Conference by the Vice-Chancellor
- Venue: New Centre for Educational Technology (CET) Building
- Time: 10:00am
- Alumni Inter-Faculty Debate
- Venue: CET Building
- Time: 2:00pm
Day 2: Tuesday, 20 May 2025
- Alumni Football Match
- Venue: Prof. Ayotunde Yoloye Sports Centre
- Time: 3:00pm
Day 3: Wednesday, 21 May 2025
- Founder’s Day Lecture
- Speaker: Adebayo Adenipekun, SAN, FCIArb
- Venue: Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium
- Time: 10:00am
Day 4: Thursday, 22 May 2025
- Convocation Lecture
- Lecturer: Prof. Toyin Falola, University of Texas at Austin
- Topic: The Advent of Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Nigerian Tertiary Education
- Venue: Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium
- Time: 11:00am
- Convocation Play
- Play: Many Colours Make the Thunder King by Prof. Femi Osofisan
- Venue: Olusegun Obasanjo Auditorium
- Time: 4:00pm
Day 5: Friday, 23 May 2025 – Convocation Day
- Award of Honorary Doctorates
Honourees include:- Her Excellency, Dr. Oluremi Tinubu (CON) – Doctor of Science Education
- Oba Dr. Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo, Jillo III CFR – Doctor of Science
- Prof. Toyin Falola – Doctor of Letters
- Award of Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates
- For graduates from the 2017/2018 to 2022/2023 academic sessions
- Venue: Prof. Ayotunde Yoloye Sports Centre
- Time: 10:00am
- Alumni Reunion Night
- Venue: University Quadrangle
- Time: 5:00pm
Important Information for AFUED Graduands
Academic Outfits and Clearance
- Academic gowns will be available from Thursday, 15 May 2025, between 10:00am and 4:00pm at each Faculty.
- Gowns must be returned by Wednesday, 28 May 2025. Late returns will attract a daily fine of ₦1,000.
- Each graduand is entitled to two invitation cards, which will be issued upon presenting proof of payment.
Ceremony Protocol
- Graduands must report to their Faculty areas by 8:30am on the convocation day.
- First Degree recipients will move their tassels from right to left when formally admitted.
- All attendees are expected to stand for the academic procession, national anthem, and university anthem.
- Movement in and out of the convocation venue during the ceremony is prohibited.
Payment Instructions
- Visit Remita.net
- Select Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo
- Choose Internally Generated Revenue under Service Type
- Then select Convocation Gown from the drop-down menu
Traffic Management
- Entry: Main gate
- Exit: Second gate via Laje Road
