Overview of the 2nd Convocation
The 2nd Convocation Ceremonies of Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Oko, Kwara State hold from Friday, 21 November to Wednesday, 26 November 2025. The week-long event gathers students, staff, families, alumni and friends across the East and West Campuses for activities centred on study, service, sports, culture, thanksgiving, research and awards. EducationNGR also learnt that the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Francisca Oladipo, PhD, FBCS, FNCS, FASI, FPASRC, will lead the ceremonies on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Governing Council, Senate, Congregation and students. Degrees and prizes will be presented as the university releases a new class of graduates into work, service and further study.
Host and Special Guests
The Vice-Chancellor welcomes the public to join the celebrations.
The Convocation Lecturer is Dr. Bayo W. Olugbemi (f.csi, fccs, fca, fcim), Managing Director/CEO of First Registrars & Investor Services Ltd. His lecture is titled: Crowdfunding Opportunities for Startups: Equipping Nigerian Graduates for a Sustainable Future.
Convocation Week Programme of Events
All dates are in November 2025, and times follow the local time in Oko, Kwara State.
Friday, 21 November 2025
Community Outreach – 09:00 a.m.
Venue I: Oko Medical Centre
Venue II: TAU Teaching Hospital, Omu-Aran
Press Briefing – 12:00 noon
Venue: Senate Chamber
Cultural Night – 06:00 p.m.
Venue: TAU Auditorium (East Campus)
The day features community service in the morning, a briefing at midday, and drama, music and dance in the evening.
Saturday, 22 November 2025
Convocation Sports – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: TAU Sports Arena (East Campus)
Convocation Play – 06:00 p.m.
Venue: TAU Chapel (West Campus)
The sports activities promote teamwork and healthy competition, while the evening play delivers a memorable dramatic performance.
Sunday, 23 November 2025
Convocation Thanksgiving – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: TAU Chapel (West Campus)
The thanksgiving service brings together students, staff and families to show gratitude for learning, safety and growth throughout the year.
Monday, 24 November 2025
Exhibition – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: TAU Reception (East Campus)
Commissioning of Foreign Language Centre – 12:00 noon
Venue: TAU West Campus
Commissioning of TAU Radio – 01:00 p.m.
Venue: TAU FMSS (West Campus)
Chancellor’s Night & PhD Recognition – 06:00 p.m.
Venue: Pool Side (West Campus)
The day includes an exhibition, the commissioning of new facilities and an elegant Chancellor’s Night, where PhD holders receive honour. EducationNGR also notes that dignitaries are expected at the evening event.
Tuesday, 25 November 2025
Exhibition and Research Fair – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: TAU Reception (East Campus)
Students and staff display creative projects and research work to visitors, scholars and fellow students.
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
All events take place at the TAU Auditorium (East Campus).
Convocation Lecture – 10:00 a.m.
Lecturer: Dr. Bayo W. Olugbemi (f.csi, fccs, fca, fcim)
Topic: Crowdfunding Opportunities for Startups: Equipping Nigerian Graduates for a Sustainable Future.
Award of Degrees and Presentation of Prizes – 11:00 a.m.
Immediately after the convocation lecture, the university proceeds to the formal Award of Degrees and Presentation of Prizes. Graduates receive their degrees, while prize winners are recognised in the presence of families, friends and university leadership.