FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AKURE (FUTA) ANNOUNCES PROGRAMME OF EVENTS FOR 37TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Nigeria, has officially announced the programme of events for its 37th Convocation Ceremony, scheduled to hold from Friday, November 13, to Saturday, November 21, 2026.
The University has also released important information and guidelines for all graduating students ahead of the convocation ceremonies.
FUTA 37th Convocation Ceremony Programme of Events
The complete programme of events for the 37th Convocation Ceremony is outlined below.
| Date | Event | Venue | Time |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Friday, November 13, 2026 | Press Briefing | T.I. Francis Auditorium | 10:00 AM |
| Friday, November 13, 2026 | Juma'ah Service | FUTA Central Mosque, Obanla | 2:30 PM |
| Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Interdenominational Service | Chapel of Faith, Obanla | 10:00 AM |
| Monday, November 16, 2026 | Excellence and Productivity Award | Afen Adebayor Multipurpose Hall | 3:00 PM |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | Career Talk | T.I. Francis Auditorium | 10:00 AM |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | Exhibition | Afen Adebayor Multipurpose Hall | 10:00 AM |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | Novelty Football Match | University Sports Complex | 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | Convocation Meeting | T.I. Francis Auditorium | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | Award of Diplomas and Certificates | T.I. Francis Auditorium | 9:00 AM |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | Alumni Lecture | Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium | 2:00 PM |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | Students' Variety Show | T.I. Francis Auditorium | 5:00 PM |
| Thursday, November 19, 2026 | Alumni Dinner/Meeting | Afen Adebayor Multipurpose Hall | 7:00 PM |
| Friday, November 20, 2026 | Commissioning of Projects | Project Sites | 8:00 AM |
| Friday, November 20, 2026 | Award of First Degrees and Convocation Lecture | Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium | 10:00 AM |
| Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Award of Postgraduate Diplomas, Master's Degrees and Doctorate Degrees | Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium | 10:00 AM |
| Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Convocation Luncheon | Vice-Chancellor's Lodge | 2:00 PM |
FUTA Convocation Lecture 2026
One of the major highlights of the 37th Convocation Ceremony will be the Convocation Lecture scheduled for Friday, November 20, 2026.
The lecture will be delivered by Innocent C. Ike, FCIB, FCA, ACS, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc.
Convocation Lecture Details
- Guest Lecturer: Innocent C. Ike, FCIB, FCA, ACS
- Position: Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Access Holdings Plc
- Lecture Title: From Akure to the World: The Next Chapter is Yours to Write.
- Date: Friday, November 20, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: Obafemi Awolowo Auditorium, FUTA
The lecture is expected to inspire graduating students as they prepare to transition into the next phase of their academic and professional journeys.
Important Information for FUTA Graduating Students
The University has issued important guidelines for all graduating students participating in the 37th Convocation Ceremony.
1. Mandatory Participation in Academic Procession
All graduating students are required to participate fully in the academic procession during the convocation ceremonies.
Participation in the procession must be done in approved academic gowns.
2. Collection of Academic Gowns
Academic gowns will be distributed to graduating students on a first-come, first-served basis, following payment of the appropriate fees.
Graduating students are advised to make the necessary arrangements early to avoid difficulties in obtaining academic gowns.
3. Contact School Officials for Convocation Information
Graduating students are required to liaise with the appropriate officials of their respective schools for information concerning:
- Schedule of academic gown fees
- Approved methods of payment
- Invitation cards
- Details of the convocation ceremonies
- Other relevant instructions for graduating students
Students are encouraged to obtain the necessary information from their schools ahead of the ceremony.
FUTA Official Website for Convocation Updates
Graduating students and other members of the University community are advised to visit the official website of the Federal University of Technology, Akure, for additional information and updates regarding the 37th Convocation Ceremony.
Official Website: http://www.futa.edu.ng
The University urges all graduating students to comply with the stated guidelines and make adequate preparations for the convocation ceremonies.
Congratulations to all FUTA graduating students on the successful completion of their academic programmes. We wish them a memorable convocation and a successful journey into the next chapter of their lives.