FOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY, OSOGBO TO HOLD MAIDEN CPN INDUCTION AND OATH-TAKING CEREMONY FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE GRADUATES
Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State, is set to hold its maiden Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria) (CPN) Induction and Oath-Taking Ceremony for graduates of its Computer Science programme.
The ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. and will take place at the University Auditorium.
The event is being organised by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olayinka Ramota Karim, in collaboration with the President and Chairman of Council of the Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria), Dr. Eyo Essen.
Historic Milestone for Computer Science Graduates
The maiden induction marks a significant milestone for the Computer Science programme at Fountain University, which has trained and graduated students for several years.
For the first time, graduates of the programme will be formally inducted into the computing profession on campus by its regulatory body and take the professional oath before their lecturers, families and the university community.
The development represents a new chapter for the programme, providing graduates with an opportunity to formally affirm their commitment to the ethical and professional standards of the computing industry.
About the Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria)
The Computer Professionals (Registration Council of Nigeria) is the statutory body responsible for regulating the computing profession in Nigeria.
Its induction ceremony formally admits eligible graduates into the profession and reinforces the ethical responsibilities and professional standards expected of computing practitioners.
For the inductees, the ceremony represents a transition from academic training to professional practice, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria's growing technology sector.
Induction Lecture and Guest Speaker
A major highlight of the ceremony will be an induction lecture titled “Beyond the Degree: Becoming a Competent, Ethical and Future-Ready Computing Professional.”
The lecture will be delivered by Prof. Caleb Olufisoye Akanbi, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., MCPN, MNCS.
The lecture is expected to emphasise the importance of looking beyond academic qualifications by developing practical skills, professional integrity and adaptability in response to the rapidly changing digital landscape.
Principal Officers and Hosts
The following university officials will play key roles at the ceremony:
- Chief Host: Prof. Olayinka Ramota Karim, Vice-Chancellor, Fountain University, Osogbo.
- Host: Prof. S. M. Ogunbode, Dean, College of Natural and Applied Sciences (CONAS).
- Co-Host: Dr. M. Lawal, Acting Head, Department of Mathematical and Computer Sciences.
Fountain University's Commitment to Professional Development
The maiden CPN induction reflects Fountain University's commitment to producing graduates who are academically sound, professionally recognised and prepared for the demands of the workplace.
The University already holds professional induction ceremonies for graduates in Nursing and Medical Laboratory Science. The addition of Computer Science to this list further demonstrates its focus on professional development across different disciplines.
Invitation to the Public
Parents, guardians, alumni, industry stakeholders, university staff, students and members of the public are cordially invited to attend the historic ceremony and celebrate the graduating Computer Science students as they take this important step into the computing profession.
Event Details
- Institution: Fountain University, Osogbo
- Event: Maiden CPN Induction and Oath-Taking Ceremony
- Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
- Time: 9:30 a.m.
- Venue: University Auditorium, Fountain University, Osogbo