The university of Jos (Unijos) has
announced
programme of events lined up to
commemorate its 40th anniversary and
joint
27th and 28th Convocation ceremony.
In a statement released by the institution,
the
Principal Assistant Registrar, Information
and
Publications Division, Abdullahi Abdullahi
said
the programmes are aimed at celebrating
the
achievements of the university in its 40
years
of existence.
Abdullahi said the general public is invited
to
the event which also seeks to inculcate
some
norms and positive attitudes to them in
general.
According to the statement, the event will
begin with prayer and a thanksgiving
service at
the Unijos Mosque and the Chapel of Faith
Unijos on Friday, the 18th and Sunday the
20th of September, 2015, respectively. The
Special guest for the service will be Bro
Gbile
Akanni from Gboko, Benue state.
Monday will see the Vice Chancellor holding
a
press conference, an exhibition and a
novelty
match at the J.T Useni Stadium, Unijos.
On Tuesday, September 22nd 2015, the
Founder’s day will take shape with a book
launch to be chaired by Prince Nduka
Obaigbena, and Hajiya Ahmad, Secretary to
the
State Government (SSG) of the Nassarawa
State
Government. This will be followed an
exhibition, a drama and finally, an alumni
dinner to hold at the Former Council Guest
House.
The Convocation lecture will be on by
Thursday, September 23, 2015 at the
Multipurpose Auditorium, to be delivered by
Prof. Tam David West while the guest of
Honour will be the Governor of Plateau
State,
His Excellency, Simon Bako Lalong.
An exhibition and a drama presentation will
round off the event.
The convocation proper will be the grand
finale
of the 40th anniversary and convocation
ceremony which takes place on Saturday,
the
26th of September 2015. The convocation
will
involve the award of Diplomas, Degrees,
Masters, PhD and Honourary Degrees on
individuals. Reception will follow
immediately
at the J.T Useni Stadium, Unijos.
Unijos community are especially
encouraged to
avail themselves to this grand and epoch
making event as the school showcases
what
she has achieved in her 40 years of
existence.
Source: www.Unijos.edu.ng/