Ahmadu Bello University Commences Issuance of Academic Gowns for 45th Convocation Ceremony

The Management of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has officially announced the commencement of academic gown collection for all graduating students ahead of its forthcoming 45th Convocation Ceremony.

The announcement, released on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, details the logistical arrangements for the event, which is scheduled to take place from Friday, January 30, to Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the university's main campus in Samaru.

Graduands are expected to follow the prescribed departmental and faculty procedures for the collection of their academic regalia. The university emphasizes that early collection is vital to ensure a seamless process and to avoid last-minute congestion at the designated distribution centers.

The two-day ceremony will celebrate the academic achievements of both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The university administration has urged all graduands and their guests to strictly adhere to the security and vehicular movement protocols that will be in place during the convocation period.

This 45th Convocation reinforces ABU’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and its role as a premier institution for higher learning in Africa. Further details regarding the order of proceedings and the specific venues for individual faculty ceremonies are expected to be available on the official Ahmadu Bello University website.