Bayelsa Governor Vows More Support at University of Africa’s Landmark Convocation

A historic combined convocation ceremony was held at the University of Africa, Toru-Orua to honor graduates from the 2020–2024 academic year. Government representatives, royal dignitaries, academic leaders, and proud families attended the occasion, which served as a reminder of the institution’s dedication to providing top-notch instruction, research, and services.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri spoke during the ceremony and praised the graduates’ perseverance and decision to attend a relatively new university. Noting the necessity for creative funding methods outside of state budgets, he reiterated his administration’s support for the university’s expansion.

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According to Governor Diri, “The University of Africa has the potential to forge new avenues for innovation and find alternative, sustainable funding sources beyond what the Bayelsa State Government can provide.”
In recognition of your accomplishments, the top graduating student in each program will be automatically hired. The fact that you choose to put your trust in a young organization over more established ones says a lot. Today, you represent this aspirational university, and I am dedicated to making it a center of excellence, growth, and knowledge.

A first-class graduate spoke for the graduating class, expressing appreciation and excitement on their behalf. The student emphasized the bravery required to select the university and the group’s joy in accomplishing this goal.

“Believing in our own abilities and the future of this university, we took a risk. As we commemorate our triumph together, we are ecstatic today. According to the student, the university is working hard to establish itself outside of Bayelsa.

His Eminence Ez Wanuku Namobi III, King of Aubberland, the recently appointed Chancellor, formally inducted 95 graduating students into the university’s alumni community during the convocation. As part of his duties, the chancellor awarded certificates and tasked the graduates with upholding the school’s principles as they move forward in their lives.

The event demonstrated the University of Africa’s commitment to enhancing its heritage and its stakeholders’ common goal of a knowledge-, innovation-, and service-driven future.