275 Bag PhDs, 176 First-Class degrees as BUK holds 39th convocation
The Vice-Chancellor of Bayero University Kano (BUK), Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, has announced that over 4,402 students will receive their degrees, diplomas, and certificates during the university’s 39th convocation, which begins on Wednesday.
SolaceBase reports that a total of 176 students will graduate with First-Class honours, while 275 will receive PhDs. Additionally, 2,590 students will be awarded master’s degrees, and 535 will earn postgraduate diplomas.
Speaking at a pre-convocation news conference on Monday, Professor Abbas outlined the university’s preparations for the upcoming convocation ceremony.
“I welcome you all to this press briefing as we prepare for the 39th Convocation Ceremony of Bayero University Kano. This event marks a significant milestone in the academic journey of our students, and we are excited to celebrate their achievements. As you are aware, BUK holds its convocation in stages, and this year’s ceremony will span four days.”
Vice-Chancellor, Bayero University Kano (BUK), Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas.
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Providing a breakdown of the schedule, the Vice-Chancellor stated: “Day One – Wednesday, February 12, 2025: A total of 4,200 graduates from 11 faculties will receive their degrees, diplomas, and certificates.”
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“Day Two – Thursday, February 13, 2025: An additional 4,367 graduates from seven faculties will be conferred with degrees.”
“Day Three – Friday, February 14, 2025: The Convocation Lecture will be delivered by Khalil Suleiman Halilu, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of NASENI, on the topic Innovation and Entrepreneurship: A Pathway to National Development. The session will be chaired by the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnadi.”
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“Day Four – Final Day: The university will confer honorary degrees on two distinguished Nigerians—Colonel Sani Bello (Retired), a former military governor, and Alhaji Auwalu Abdullahi Rano, popularly known as AA Rano. Additionally, three distinguished retired professors—Professor Garba Dahuwa Azare, Professor Julius Afolabi Falola, and Professor Musa Mohammed Borodo—will be awarded the prestigious title of Emeritus Professor.”
Professor Abbas provided a detailed breakdown of the degrees to be awarded:
“First-Class Degrees: 176, PhDs: 275, Master’s Degrees: 2,590 and Postgraduate Diplomas: 535”
He expressed gratitude for the continued support of stakeholders and invited the public to join the university in celebrating the achievements of its students and honorees.
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