Cynthia Ezegwu
The University of Ilorin has announced that 11,886 students will graduate during its 40th Convocation Ceremonies, coinciding with the institution’s Golden Jubilee Anniversary.
Vice Chancellor, Professor Wahab Egbewole (SAN), disclosed this on Monday during a press briefing to herald the convocation activities, which will run from Sunday, November 23 to Friday, November 28, 2025.
Egbewole said the graduating students cut across various faculties and academic programmes, with 316 students bagging First Class honours, 4,120 graduating with Second Class Upper, and 5,939 earning Second Class Lower Division. He added that 1,078 students obtained Third Class degrees, while 11 others finished with Pass.
He also announced the graduation of 175 MB;BS, 94 Nursing, 40 Optometry, 36 Veterinary Medicine, 64 Physiotherapy, and 13 Diploma students. Additionally, 1,520 postgraduate degrees will be awarded, comprising 182 Postgraduate Diplomas, 916 Master’s Degrees, 188 Professional Master’s Degrees, and 234 Ph.Ds.
Describing the convocation as a milestone, Egbewole noted that the event coincides with Unilorin’s Golden Jubilee celebration, marking 50 years of “academic distinction, innovation, and service to humanity.”
“As the University of Ilorin celebrates 50 years of academic excellence, we look back with pride at the strides we have made in nurturing leaders and advancing knowledge,” he said. “At the same time, we look forward with renewed determination to sustain our legacy of excellence in teaching, research, and community service.”
The Vice Chancellor commended the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) for its continuous support, revealing that the university received ₦2.56 billion in intervention funds covering 11 areas, including infrastructure, staff training, ICT support, and entrepreneurship.
He added that the university also benefitted from a ₦300 million zonal intervention, ₦4 billion Special High Impact Project (SHIP) for its College of Health Sciences, and ₦750 million for the construction of a new hostel within the College.
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“These interventions have greatly strengthened our infrastructure and capacity for quality teaching and research,” Egbewole said, noting that the funds were presented to the university by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, in April 2025.
He also lauded the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) initiative, describing it as a “lifeline” for students facing financial constraints. According to him, 12,983 Unilorin students have benefitted from the scheme, receiving a total of ₦1.59 billion.
“This laudable programme of the Federal Government has ensured that no student will drop out as a result of funding challenges,” Egbewole said.
Reaffirming the university’s commitment to national development, he said: “Our journey of 50 years is a story of resilience, dedication, and relevance. We remain committed to producing graduates who will not only excel in their chosen fields but also contribute meaningfully to society.”