Al-Hikmah University
Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, has announced its 16th Convocation Ceremony for Tuesday, December 15, and Wednesday, December 16, 2026. The ceremony will celebrate graduating students and feature the award of degrees, diplomas and special prizes across various academic programmes. Graduands preparing to attend are advised to take note of the announced dates and confirm any additional requirements through the university’s official communication channels.
The convocation announcement identifies activities scheduled before and during the main ceremony, including a special Juma’at service, the Vice-Chancellor’s press briefing, a convocation lecture and the commissioning of projects. These events form part of the university’s programme for celebrating the academic achievements of its graduating students.
Al-Hikmah University Convocation 2026: Important Details
The available announcement provides the following information about the ceremony:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin |
| Convocation | 16th Convocation Ceremony |
| Dates | December 15 and 16, 2026 |
| First day of degree awards | Tuesday, December 15, 2026 |
| Second day of convocation | Wednesday, December 16, 2026 |
| Main locations listed | Moot Court, Atere Campus, and other university venues |
| Vice-Chancellor | Professor Lateef Folorunsho Oladimeji |
According to the published programme, the first day will feature the award of degrees and diplomas in Agriculture, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Management Sciences and Computing, alongside the presentation of special prizes.
The second day will include awards for graduands in Basic Medical Sciences, Nursing, Law, Natural and Applied Sciences, as well as higher degrees and special prizes. The programme also includes a convocation lecture and the commissioning of projects.
What Graduating Students Should Do
Graduating students should begin preparing for the ceremony by confirming their eligibility to graduate and checking for any outstanding academic or administrative requirements. Students should contact their departments or the relevant university offices if they need clarification about their graduation status.
Graduands should also monitor official university announcements for instructions about academic gowns, convocation registration, applicable fees, collection and return of gowns, procession arrangements and certificate collection. These details should not be assumed unless they have been confirmed by the university.
Students who intend to attend the ceremony with family members should make travel arrangements after confirming the appropriate venue, reporting time and any guest-access requirements. The published report states that invited guests should be seated by 9:00 a.m. on each day of the main ceremony. Graduands should confirm their own reporting time with the university, as it may differ from the time specified for guests.
Convocation Programme and Activities
The published programme lists a special Juma’at service for Friday, December 11, 2026, at the University Mosque, Adeta Campus, Ilorin. The Vice-Chancellor’s press briefing is scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, at the Senate Room, College of Health Sciences, Adeta Campus.
On Tuesday, December 15, the university plans to award degrees and diplomas to graduands in several academic areas at the Moot Court, Atere Campus. Wednesday, December 16, will feature additional degree awards, higher degrees, special prizes, a convocation lecture and project commissioning.
Graduating students should use the official university website to check for any subsequent updates that may affect the programme or arrangements for attendance.
Where to Check Official Information
Al-Hikmah University has an official website and student portal through which students can check institutional announcements and student-related information. The available online report provides details of the 16th Convocation Ceremony, but a separate, detailed notice specifically addressed to graduands could not be independently verified on the university website during this check. For this reason, students should confirm requirements such as convocation fees, gown collection and certificate arrangements directly with the university before making payments or final plans.
Official university website: https://alhikmahuniversity.edu.ng/
Official student portal: https://www.ecampus.alhikmahuniversity.edu.ng/
Conclusion
Al-Hikmah University’s 16th Convocation Ceremony is scheduled for December 15 and 16, 2026. The programme includes the award of degrees, diplomas and prizes, alongside other activities marking the achievements of graduating students.
Graduands should confirm their graduation status and follow official university updates for instructions on registration, academic gowns, attendance and certificate collection. Checking these details directly with the university will help students prepare appropriately for the ceremony.
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