ASABA/Nigeria: Paul University, Anambra State is gearing up for its highly anticipated 4th convocation ceremony scheduled to take place on Friday, October 6.
This was contained In a press statement signed by Sir Ikechukwu Abana, the university’s Public Relations Officer, the institution revealed key details about the forthcoming event.
The Convocation ceremony will mark a momentous occasion as a total of 385 first-degree students are set to graduate, a significant milestone in their academic journeys.
Professor Godwin Oni, the Vice-Chancellor Administration of Paul University, made the official announcement, emphasizing the event’s importance in the university’s academic calendar.
One notable highlight of the ceremony is the university’s plan to bestow honorary doctorate degrees upon individuals who have made substantial contributions to the church and Nigeria. This recognition is a testament to their outstanding achievements and contributions to society.
Hon. Val Ozigbo, a former Governorship candidate of the PDP in the Anambra 2021 election, has been selected to deliver the convocation lecture. His insights are expected to provide valuable perspectives to the graduating class and all attendees.
In a significant development, the Primate of All Nigeria, Archbishop Metropolitan, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, His Grace, Rev. Henry Ndukuba, will be installed as the Chancellor of Paul University during the ceremony. This appointment underscores the university’s close ties with the Anglican Communion and adds a distinguished figure to its leadership.
According to the press statement, the convocation will witness a total of 385 graduands alongside the recognition of four distinguished individuals with honorary doctorate degrees.
Paul University, which is owned by the Anglican Communion across 55 dioceses, is under the leadership of Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, who serves as the Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and the Bishop of Awka Diocese. This convocation ceremony represents a significant milestone in the university’s continued commitment to education and its strong connection to the church. It is poised to be an event of great significance for both the graduates and the institution itself.
