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Southern Delta University Announces Maiden Convocation Ceremony Schedule (2024/2025 Session)

Date: Feb 22, 2026

About the Event

Southern Delta University, Ozoro (formerly Delta State University of Science and Technology) has released the full schedule for its maiden convocation ceremony for the 2024/2025 academic session.

According to an official bulletin issued on Monday, 9 February 2026 (S.E. Vol. 1, No. 208), the week-long activities will begin on Sunday, 22 February 2026, and conclude on Sunday, 1 March 2026.

Adjustment to Main Convocation Date

Importantly, the University Management has adjusted the date for the main Convocation Ceremony.

The Convocation, Awards of Prizes, and Commissioning of Projects, which was earlier scheduled for Friday, 27 February 2026, will now hold on:

Saturday, 28 February 2026

The University made this adjustment to ensure better coordination and to enhance participation by the Visitor to the University, Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State.

All other arrangements remain unchanged.

Revised Programme of Events
Day 1 – Sunday, 22 February 2026

Church Service
Annunciation Catholic Church, SDU, Ozoro
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Day 2 – Monday, 23 February 2026

Novelty Match
SDU Stadium
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Day 3 – Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Vice-Chancellor’s Press Conference
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Day 4 – Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Convocation Lecture
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Day 5 – Thursday, 26 February 2026

Science, Technology and Innovation Exhibition
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Day 6 – Saturday, 28 February 2026

Convocation, Awards of Prizes, and Commissioning of Projects
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Day 7 – Sunday, 1 March 2026

Thanksgiving Service
Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Diocese of Ozoro
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Call for Participation

The University Management has encouraged staff, students, alumni, and members of the wider community to participate actively in this historic event. As the first convocation ceremony in the institution’s history under its new identity, the occasion represents a significant milestone.

Management also expressed appreciation for the understanding and cooperation of stakeholders regarding the change in date.

The maiden convocation promises to be a defining moment in Southern Delta University’s journey of growth and academic excellence.