Al-Qalam University Katsina to Host Prof. Ibrahim Gambari for 17th Convocation Lecture

Al-Qalam University, Katsina, has announced the details for its upcoming 17th Convocation Ceremony, featuring a high-profile convocation lecture to be delivered by internationally renowned political scientist and diplomat, Professor Ibrahim Agboola Gambari.

The lecture is scheduled to take place on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 9:00 AM, and is a central event in the university's convocation program.

Professor Gambari will address the timely and critical theme: "A Divided North in a Divided Nation: The Imperative of Promoting Inclusive and Accountable Governance in a Rapidly Changing World Order."

The speaker is highly distinguished, bringing decades of experience in academia and international diplomacy to the podium. His extensive resume includes roles as:

A Professor of Political Science at Ahmadu Bello University Zaria.

Former Nigeria's Minister of External Affairs.

Former Permanent Representative of Nigeria to the United Nations.

Former Under-Secretary of the United Nations.

Former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari.

The university administration has urged all members of the academic community, students, and the public to mark the date for what promises to be a stimulating and impactful lecture ahead of the formal conferment of degrees.