University of Maiduguri Celebrates Grand Convocation with Over 33,000 Graduates

VP Kashim Shettima in a handshake with Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State while Taraba Governor Kefas watches with admiration 

By JOE Hemba

The University of Maiduguri marked a momentous occasion today as it celebrated its 24th combined convocation ceremony at the prestigious Muhammadu Indimi International Conference Hall. A staggering 33,429 students graduated, showcasing the institution's commitment to academic excellence and knowledge dissemination.

Breaking down the impressive numbers, 20,048 graduates emerged from regular undergraduate programs, while 6,940 completed their studies in affiliated colleges. Additionally, 3,032 students from the Center for Distance Learning contributed to the remarkable total. Among these graduates, 147 students achieved the highest honors by earning first-class distinctions.

The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Aliyu Shugaba, highlighted the diverse academic achievements, revealing that 113 individuals earned Doctorate Degrees, 817 attained Masters Degrees, and 902 were awarded Postgraduate Diplomas.

The convocation ceremony also served as a platform to recognize exceptional contributions to society, as Vice President Kashim Shettima Shettima GCON, the Shehu of Borno Alh. Abubakar Ibn Garbai Al-Amin El-Kanemi, Former Registrar of the University Alh. Dahiru Bobbo, and Alh. Abdulsamad Rabiu were honored with Honourary Doctorate Degrees.

HRH Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Umar Ibn Garba El-Kanemi, the Shehu of Borno, Abdul-Samad Rabiu, chairman of BUA Group, and Dr. Dahiru Bobbo, former registrar of the institution, were also decorated with honorary doctorates. Prof. Aliyu Shugaba, the Vice-Chancellor, explained that these honorary titles were conferred in recognition of their remarkable support to the institution and Nigeria at large.

In addition to the celebrations, the University announced the appointment of three Professors emeritus: Abubakar Mustapha, Mohammed Yerima Balla, and Bamidele Rotimi Badejo.

The event drew dignitaries from across the nation, with Governor Buni in attendance along with governors from Nasarawa and Taraba states, host Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, and various ministers. The convocation underscored the University's pivotal role in shaping the academic landscape and fostering knowledge-driven development.

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