ABU Zaria Postgraduate Matriculation Ceremony July 16: New PG Students Must Attend in Academic Gowns
Summary
ABU Zaria PG matriculation ceremony July 16, 2025 at 9 AM, PGC Auditorium, Samaru. New PG students must attend in academic gowns. Pay ₦3,000 at Cash Office, collect gown at Room B9.
ABU Zaria Postgraduate Matriculation Ceremony July 16: New PG Students Must Attend in Academic Gowns
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria has announced the postgraduate matriculation ceremony for newly admitted PG students of the 2024/2025 academic session. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Event Details
Date and Time
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Venue
Postgraduate College Auditorium
Main Campus, Samaru
Zaria, Kaduna State
Who Must Attend
All newly admitted postgraduate students for the 2024/2025 academic session are required to attend this matriculation ceremony.
Academic Gown Requirement
Attendance in full academic regalia is mandatory. Here's how to obtain your gown:
Gown Collection Process
- Pay Fee: Pay ₦3,000 at the PGC Cash Office
- Collect Gown: Pick up your academic gown from Room B9 of the Postgraduate College
- Get Forms: The ₦3,000 payment also covers matriculation oath forms
What is Matriculation?
Matriculation is the formal ceremony where new students are officially admitted into the university. During the ceremony:
- You take the Matriculation Oath
- You officially become a registered student of ABU
- You commit to upholding university values and academic integrity
- You receive your matriculation number
Why Attendance Matters
- Matriculation marks your formal admission into ABU
- The oath-taking is a requirement for all students
- Non-attendance may affect your student status
- It's an important milestone in your postgraduate journey
What to Do Now
- Mark July 16, 2025 (9:00 AM) on your calendar
- Visit the PGC Cash Office to pay ₦3,000
- Collect your academic gown from Room B9
- Obtain your matriculation oath forms
- Plan to arrive at the auditorium early on July 16
- Come fully robed in your academic gown
Location Reminders
- Cash Office: Postgraduate College (PGC)
- Gown Collection: Room B9, Postgraduate College
- Ceremony Venue: PGC Auditorium, Main Campus, Samaru
Congratulations on your admission to ABU's postgraduate programs! This matriculation ceremony is your formal introduction to the university community. Don't miss this important event.
Source: Ahmadu Bello University Postgraduate College official notice
