Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has announced that its 45th Convocation Ceremony will take place from Friday, 30 January to Saturday, 31 January 2026.

On behalf of the Chancellor, Council, Senate, Staff, and Students, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, FNITP, RTP, FICD, invites members of the university community and the general public to participate in the convocation activities.
Programme of Events
1. Pre-Convocation Lecture
The convocation activities will begin with a Pre-Convocation Lecture.
- Guest Lecturer:
Her Excellency, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON
Director-General, World Trade Organisation - Chairman:
His Excellency, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR
Former President, Federal Republic of Nigeria - Venue: Abdullahi Mahadi Conference Centre,
Ahmadu Bello University, Main Campus, Samaru, Zaria - Date: Friday, 30 January 2026
- Time: 3:00 p.m.
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2. Convocation Ceremony
The main Convocation Ceremony will follow the next day.
- Venue: Mamman Kontagora Square,
Ahmadu Bello University, Main Campus, Samaru, Zaria - Date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
Invitation
The University looks forward to welcoming graduates, parents, guardians, alumni, and invited guests to these historic occasions. Your presence will add great value to the celebrations.
Signed:
Management
Credit: Allschool, Allcbt
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