GambiaGwarzo to Deliver Convocation Lecture
Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, President of African Private Universities, will deliver the Convocation Lecture at the International Open University in Banjul, The Gambia, on January 22, 2027. He will also serve as the Special Guest of Honour at the ceremony.
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Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo has been invited to deliver the Convocation Lecture at the 13th Graduation Ceremony of the International Open University in Banjul, The Gambia. The ceremony is scheduled for Friday, January 22, 2027, at 5:30 p.m. at the OIC Conference Centre, Banjul.
Gwarzo was invited in recognition of his contributions to the development of higher education and his experience in establishing and leading academic institutions. The university said his participation would add value to the academic and celebratory occasion.
The Convocation Lecture is an important component of the university’s graduation programme, designed to expose graduating students to the experiences and perspectives of accomplished leaders. The university expressed confidence that Gwarzo’s address would provide encouragement and practical perspectives to the graduates.
The 13th Graduation Ceremony will feature the conferment of degrees, the presentation of academic honours and awards, and a celebration of the achievements of graduating students. University officials, academics, dignitaries, graduates, families and members of the wider academic community are expected to attend.
Gwarzo is the Founder of Maryam Abacha American University Nigeria and has been involved in the advancement of private university education in Africa. His engagement in higher education development and academic leadership across the continent was highlighted in the invitation.
The Vice-Chancellor/President of the International Open University, Professor Makie Taal, signed the letter inviting Gwarzo to deliver the Convocation Lecture. The university would be honoured to have Gwarzo share his reflections and insights with the graduating students and the wider university community, according to the letter.
Key facts
- Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo will deliver the Convocation Lecture at the International Open University in Banjul, The Gambia.
- The ceremony is scheduled for January 22, 2027, at 5:30 p.m. at the OIC Conference Centre, Banjul.
- Gwarzo will also serve as the Special Guest of Honour at the ceremony.
- The 13th Graduation Ceremony will feature the conferment of degrees and the presentation of academic honours and awards.
Three perspectives
Neutral
The International Open University in Banjul, The Gambia, has invited Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo to deliver the Convocation Lecture at its 13th Graduation Ceremony. The ceremony will bring together university officials, academics, dignitaries, graduates, families and members of the wider academic community. The event is expected to celebrate the achievements of graduating students.
Positive
Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo’s participation in the ceremony is expected to add value to the academic and celebratory occasion. His address will provide encouragement and practical perspectives to the graduates as they prepare to contribute to their professions and communities. The university’s decision to invite Gwarzo reflects his contributions to the development of higher education in Africa.
Negative
The ceremony may be seen as an opportunity for the university to promote its academic programmes and reputation. The invitation to Gwarzo may also be viewed as a way to strengthen ties with other academic institutions in Africa. However, the university’s decision to invite a prominent figure from outside the country may raise questions about the selection process and the criteria used to choose the Convocation Lecture speaker.
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