The vice-chancellor described the decision as a strategic, student-focused reorganisation intended to make the transition from university education to further studies or national service more convenient for graduates.
The change reflects the institution’s effort to align its graduation calendar more closely with students’ academic completion dates and subsequent opportunities.
Trinity University Highlights Academic and Skills Development Milestones
Beyond the graduating figures, Kolawole highlighted institutional milestones, including the elevation of Prof. Modupeade Adetunji, a specialist in Food Microbiology and Mycotoxicology, as the university’s first homegrown professor.
He also disclosed that the university Senate had restructured its academic units into four distinct faculties: Management and Social Sciences, Allied Health Sciences, Nursing Sciences, and National and Applied Sciences.
The restructuring forms part of the institution’s efforts to organise its academic programmes and strengthen its educational offerings.
Kolawole further highlighted the integration of compulsory skills acquisition and digital literacy partnerships into students’ learning experiences.
According to him, the initiatives have already enabled some students to secure international remote jobs before graduation, demonstrating the institution’s focus on preparing students for opportunities beyond conventional employment pathways.
The university said these initiatives complement its academic programmes by exposing students to practical skills and digital competencies that can support their professional development.
Convocation Activities to Culminate on October 16
The fifth convocation programme features professional inductions, student activities, an alumni homecoming, a convocation lecture and a thanksgiving service.
On Tuesday, October 13, the university is scheduled to hold the Nursing Science induction conducted by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria, alongside student activities.
Wednesday, October 14, will feature the induction of Medical Laboratory Science graduates by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria and an alumni homecoming.
The activities will continue on Thursday, October 15, with the convocation lecture and a thanksgiving service ahead of the grand finale on Friday, October 16.
The final ceremony will feature the official conferment of degrees and the presentation of prizes to outstanding graduates.
In his remarks, the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Pastor Samuel Olatunji, commended the university’s faculty, parents and council members for their contributions to building what he described as a dynamic, value-driven institution for the 21st century.
Olatunji emphasised that integrity, excellence and faith remained central to the university’s values, expressing confidence in the ability of its graduates to make meaningful contributions to society.
The ceremony marks another stage in Trinity University’s development as it celebrates the achievements of its graduating students, recognises academic excellence and outlines its priorities for institutional growth.
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