YABATECH to Issue Certificates on Convocation Day as 8,654 Students Graduate
The Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos, has announced a major upgrade to its convocation process as graduates will now receive their certificates on the day of convocation. This disclosure was made by the Rector of the College, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, during a press conference at the Academic Board Room ahead of the institution’s 37th Convocation Ceremonies.
Certificates to Be Issued Immediately After Clearance
Dr. Abdul stated that once students complete their clearance, they will receive scrolls containing their certificates on the convocation day.
“Our students will get their certificates on that day of convocation. We will do a symbolic presentation at the grad stand while other students who get themselves cleared will collect their certificates from their school.
Gone are the days when the scroll is always empty. Our students will now go with their scroll with their certificates there.”
This marks a significant improvement from previous years when students received empty scrolls and had to wait months before collecting their actual certificates.
8,654 Students to Receive Diplomas
The Rector announced that a total of 8,654 graduates will receive diplomas at the convocation scheduled for November 20. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, will serve as the Special Guest of Honour.
Breakdown of graduating students:
- 291 — Distinction
- 2,434 — Upper Credit
- 4,403 — Lower Credit
- 1,526 — Pass Grade
The overall best graduating student is Ani Faith, from the Department of Office Technology Management, with an impressive CGPA of 3.9/4.0.
Convocation Lecture & Pre-Event Activities
As part of the pre-convocation events, the Senate Minority Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, will deliver the convocation lecture titled:
“Entrepreneurship Development in the Digital Age: Leveraging Technology for Job Creation and Economic Growth.”
The lecture will be chaired by the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele.
Dr. Abdul noted:
“The ideas generated from this lecture will represent Yaba College of Technology’s contributions to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s agenda for economic diversification and digital transformation.”
Fellowship Awards to Distinguished Nigerians
During the convocation, the College will confer its Fellowship Awards on:
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele
Senator Solomon Olamilekan
Abdul-Samad Rabiu, Chairman of BUA Group
These honourees were selected for their exceptional contributions to education, industry, governance, and national development.
The Rector added:
“These individuals embody leadership, innovation and service capable of inspiring our students to pursue excellence in technology and entrepreneurship.”
Update on YABATECH’s Upgrade to a University
Speaking on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for YABATECH’s upgrade to a university, Dr. Abdul confirmed that the process is ongoing, but no timeline has been set for completion.
He emphasized that the institution is fully prepared:
“We have done what is expected of us… we have all that it takes to become a university. There are over 200 doctorate degree holders among our staff, and the facilities are also there for us to use. We are praying and fasting that it becomes a reality soon.”
