Federal Polytechnic Ayede Sets Dates for Maiden Convocation, Diplomas to Be Awarded Feb 12
Federal Polytechnic Ayede has officially announced the full schedule for its combined maiden convocation ceremony, marking a historic milestone for the institution as it prepares to award National Diplomas, prizes, and fellowship honours to deserving graduands and distinguished Nigerians.
The week-long convocation programme will run from Sunday, February 8 to Friday, February 13, 2026, with the main convocation ceremony holding on Thursday, February 12, 2026, by 10:00 a.m. at the Polytechnic’s Permanent Site in Ogo Oluwa Local Government Area, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.
The institution has also declared all convocation programme dates as public events.
Key Highlights at a Glance
- Programme Dates: February 8–13, 2026
- Main Convocation Ceremony: Thursday, February 12, 2026
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Venue: Permanent Site, Federal Polytechnic Ayede
- Convocation Fee: ₦40,000 (payable via Remita)
- Gown & Card Collection: February 2–9, 2026 (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
- Deadline for Gown Return: Monday, February 17, 2026
- Late Return Penalty: ₦1,000 per day
Full Convocation Programme Schedule
Day 1: Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Event: Church Service
- Venue: TETFund Building, Temporary Site, Iresa-Pupa
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
Day 2: Monday, February 9, 2026
- Event: Press Conference
- Venue: Administrative Building, Permanent Site
- Time: 11:00 a.m.
Day 3: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
- Event: Novelty Football Match (Teaching vs Non-Teaching Staff)
- Venue: Sports Ground, Temporary Site, Iresa-Pupa, Surulere LGA
- Time: 3:00 p.m.
Day 4: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
- Event: Convocation Lecture
- Guest Lecturer: Dr. Zacch Adelabu Adedeji, Executive Chairman, Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS)
- Lecture Topic:
“The Role of Technology in Implementing Nigeria’s New Tax Laws: Challenges, Prospects, and Implications for National Development” - Chairman: Rt. Hon. Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker, Federal House of Representatives
- Venue: Permanent Site, Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Ogbomoso
- Time: 12 noon
Day 5: Thursday, February 12, 2026
- Event: Maiden Convocation Ceremony
- Venue: Permanent Site, Federal Polytechnic Ayede
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
Activities Include:
- Conferment of Fellowship Awards on:
- Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, GCON
- Dr. Zacch Adelabu Adedeji
- Dr. Abubakar Isa
- Award of National Diplomas and Prizes to:
- 2023/2024 National Diploma Graduates
- 2024/2025 National Diploma Graduates
Day 6: Friday, February 13, 2026
- Event: Jumat Prayer
- Venue: Temporary Site, Iresa-Pupa, Surulere LGA
- Time: 1:30 p.m.
Important Information for Graduands
Convocation Fee
All graduands are required to pay a convocation fee of ₦40,000 (Forty Thousand Naira only) as part of the graduation process.
How to Pay via Remita
Payments should be made through the Remita payment portal (remita.net) using the following details:
- Pay To: Federal Government
- Name of Institution: Federal Polytechnic Ayede
- Payment Type: School Fees
- Narration: Convocation Fee
- Required Details: Name, Email Address, and Phone Number
Collection of Academic Gowns and Invitation Cards
Upon presenting proof of payment, graduands are to collect their academic gowns and guest invitation cards from their respective school offices between Monday, February 2 and Monday, February 9, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
Return of Gowns and Penalties
Graduands must return complete academic robes on or before Monday, February 17, 2026.
Failure to do so will attract a late return penalty of ₦1,000 per day, calculated from the day after the deadline.
Conduct at the Convocation Ground
The Polytechnic has emphasized that the convocation ceremony is a solemn academic exercise. Consequently, movement in and out of the convocation venue will not be permitted once the ceremony begins.
Why This Convocation Matters
As its first-ever convocation, the Federal Polytechnic Ayede maiden ceremony represents a defining moment in the institution’s academic journey—celebrating its pioneering graduates and setting the tone for excellence in technical and vocational education in Nigeria.
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