Nile University of Nigeria held its 13th Convocation Ceremony, a two-day event celebrating academic excellence, national reflection, and the emergence of a new generation of leaders.
The ceremony brought together dignitaries from government, the diplomatic community, corporate organizations, and development partners, and featured both a Convocation Lecture and the graduation ceremonies for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The 13th convocation commenced with a thought-provoking lecture titled “Redefining the Nigerian Education System for the 21st Century Workforce,” delivered by Arc. Sonny S. T. Echono, Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund). His lecture emphasized the urgent need for reforms in Nigeria’s educational ecosystem to equip young Nigerians with globally competitive skills—highlighting innovation, digital literacy, and industry-aligned learning as core pillars.
SPONSOR AD
During the main convocation ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of Nile University, Prof. Dilli Dogo, FNAMed, DFMC, congratulated the graduating students and commended their tenacity.
“Our graduating students have demonstrated unwavering commitment throughout their academic journey. Their resilience in the face of challenges gives us immense pride and confidence in their ability to contribute meaningfully to society. We celebrate them alongside their families and applaud the discipline that has brought them to this remarkable moment,” he said.
A key highlight of the ceremony was the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Political Science and International Relations (Honoris Causa) on Nigeria’s former President, H.E. Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, GCON, in recognition of his contributions to peacebuilding, democratic consolidation, and leadership across Africa. He applauded Nile University for its role in grooming future leaders and expressed confidence in the potential of Nigerian youth.
The Convocation also showcased remarkable academic achievements. Two graduands—Tosam-Jesse Michael Winter (Electrical & Electronics Engineering) and Fatima Kabir Abubakar (Petroleum & Gas Engineering)— emerged as joint overall best graduating students, each earning a perfect 5.0 CGPA.
The University further demonstrated its dedication to developing future scholars by awarding 100% postgraduate scholarships to the eight best graduating students (with the three highest CGPAs), enabling them to pursue their Master’s degrees at Nile University.
As part of the postgraduate celebrations, Nile University also graduated its PhD students—including the pioneer cohort of PhD Law graduates—marking a major milestone in the growth and capacity of its School of Postgraduate Studies.
The ceremony was further enriched by the support of Nile University’s esteemed partners, including Zenith Bank, Stanbic IBTC Bank, Providus Bank, Coronation, ACCA, Alpha Morgan, Media Seal, Renmoney, Senator Osita Izunaso, among others, who awarded prizes to outstanding graduating students.
Parents, guests, and members of the academic community praised the institution for its academic standards and continued investment in research, student development, and global partnerships.
Nile University is a proud member of Honoris United Universities— the first and largest pan-African private higher education network— benefiting from international collaborations, world-class teaching standards, and a strong commitment to employability-driven education.
With this year’s convocation, Nile University reaffirmed its position as one of Nigeria’s leading centres of academic excellence— producing graduates who are prepared to lead, innovate, and shape the nation’s future.
About Nile University of Nigeria
Nile University of Nigeria is a private multidisciplinary university established in 2009 and located in Abuja, Nigeria. Nile University is committed to building future generations of professionals and leaders who can thrive and positively impact society by leveraging academic innovation, state-of-the-art facilities, and a talented team of faculty and staff. The university currently has eight faculties (Health Sciences, Law, Engineering, Computing, Science, Arts & Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Environmental Sciences) and a School of Postgraduate Studies offering over 40 undergraduate programmes and more than 50 postgraduate programmes. Nile University is owned by Honoris United Universities, the first and largest pan-African private higher education with 16 institutions across 10 African countries.
About Honoris United Universities
Honoris United Universities is the first and largest pan-African private higher education network committed to transforming lives through relevant education for lifetime success. Collaborative intelligence, cultural agility, and mobile mindsets are at the heart of the Honoris approach to educating the next generation of leaders and professionals to make a transformative impact on a global scale. Honoris combines the expertise of its member institutions to develop world-class African human talent with an entrepreneurial mindset and 21st-century skills to thrive in the world of work.
Recognized as a New Champion by the World Economic Forum, Honoris comprises a community of 115,000 students on 76 campuses in 26 cities. The network is formed of 16 institutions: multidisciplinary universities, specialized schools, technical and vocational institutes, contact, distance, and online institutions. Honoris has transformed more than 1.2 million lives to date with a legacy of 250+ years of experience in education, supported by exclusive academic partnerships and exchange programs in more than 250 universities across Europe, North America, and Asia. To strengthen its employability mandate, students benefit from an ecosystem of over 1,300 employer partners. More than 520 programs are offered in Medicine, Health Sciences, Engineering, IT, Business, Law, Architecture, Digital and Creative Arts, Fashion and Design, Media, Political Science, and Education.
Honoris United Universities. Education for Impact. www.honoris.net
_____________________________________
For Media Information
Abel Kure
Senior Corporate Communication & PR Officer
Nile University of Nigeria
As a Nigerian living here or in the diaspora, DO YOU HAVE A PLAN B? Just in case anything goes wrong, is there a side business you can fall back on? We show you step by step how you too can start earning US Dollars consistently. Nigerians can now make as much as $20,000 to $35,000 with premium domains. Ideal for business owners, entrepreneurs, and workers.
Click here to find out how it works
