4,402 Graduates Receive Degrees as BUK Holds 39th Convocation Ceremony
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) commenced its 39th convocation ceremony on February 12, 2025, with 4,402 graduates from eleven faculties receiving their degrees.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has officially commenced its 39th convocation ceremony, with a total of 4,402 graduates from eleven faculties being conferred with their degrees. The ceremony, which began on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, marks another milestone in the university’s academic history.
The graduates were drawn from various faculties, including Allied Health Sciences (334), Basic Medical Sciences (341), Clinical Sciences (210), Dentistry (30), Arts and Islamic Studies (497), Communication (252), and Education (1,345). Others included Engineering (465), Life Sciences (514), Physical Sciences (375), and Pharmaceutical Sciences (39), showcasing the university’s diverse academic offerings.
Speaking at the event, Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of the Convocation, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, reaffirmed BUK’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, research, and community service. He highlighted the university’s strategic shift from a teaching-focused institution to a research-driven one, emphasizing the need for a stronger science-based curriculum, ICT-driven learning, and alignment with global best practices in higher education.
In his address to the graduating students, Professor Abbas congratulated them on their achievements, urging them to be exemplary ambassadors of Bayero University, Kano. “To our esteemed graduands, I extend my heartfelt congratulations. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in your journey. As you step into the world, remember that you are ambassadors of Bayero University, Kano. Uphold the virtues of integrity, excellence, and service, and contribute meaningfully to the development of your communities and our nation,” he stated.
The convocation ceremony also served as an opportunity to highlight the university’s efforts in improving student welfare through skill acquisition programs, enhanced security measures, and the creation of a conducive learning environment.
Graduates expressed their joy at being part of this momentous occasion, acknowledging the university’s role in their academic success. Many commended the management for fostering an atmosphere that facilitated learning and personal growth.
BUK’s 39th convocation continues as the institution celebrates its contributions to education and national development.
