The University Management hereby issues an urgent directive to all 100-level and 200-level students regarding the upcoming Convocation Lectures. These lectures are not merely ceremonial; they constitute a fundamental academic requirement for the completion of SMS 100 and SMS 200 courses.
I. ACADEMIC MANDATE AND GRADING
Students should take note of the following critical academic implications:
- Compulsory Attendance: Participation is mandatory for all affected students. Official attendance registers will be opened and signed at the venue.
- In-Lecture Assessment: A formal test will be administered during the sessions. The scores obtained from this test will be graded and integrated into the final course assessment for SMS 100 and SMS 200.
- Required Materials: All students must come prepared with writing materials (pens and notebooks/answer sheets) to participate in the assessment.
II. LECTURE SCHEDULE BY FACULTY
To manage venue capacity and ensure an orderly session, the lectures have been scheduled over three days at the Faculty of Law. Please attend strictly according to your designated faculty slot:
| Date | Time | Target Faculties (100 & 200 Level) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Tuesday, 14th April 2026 | 03:00 PM | Management Science, Law, Geography, Pharmaceutical Science |
| Wednesday, 15th April 2026 | 11:00 AM | College of Health, Agriculture, Education, Environmental Science, Nursing Science |
| Thursday, 16th April 2026 | 11:00 AM | Communication and Media, Social Science, Engineering, Science, Art |
III. ATTENDANCE PROTOCOL
- Venue: All sessions will hold at the Faculty of Law.
- Punctuality: Students are expected to be seated at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to facilitate the distribution of test materials and the signing of the attendance register.
- Verification: Ensure you have your valid Student ID Card for verification purposes during the assessment.
IV. ADMINISTRATIVE ADVISORY
Failure to attend your scheduled session will result in a zero score for the assessment portion of the SMS courses, which may lead to an automatic carry-over. Management urges all affected students to prioritize these lectures and treat this notice with the utmost seriousness.
CONCLUSION: ENHANCING ACADEMIC RIGOR
The Convocation Lectures serve as a platform for intellectual engagement beyond the regular classroom setting. We look forward to your prompt and active participation in these sessions.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Management