UNIPORT Announces Combined Convocation for 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 Graduates

The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has announced a combined convocation ceremony for graduates from the 2021/2022 and 2022/2023 academic sessions. The Committee of Provost and Deans made this decision during their 422nd Emergency Meeting held on Thursday, June 19, 2025.

Convocation Announcement

UNIPORT will hold a joint ceremony to confer degrees on students who completed their programmes during:

• 2021/2022 Academic Session
• 2022/2023 Academic Session

Degree Result Processing

Verification Committee Work

The Degree Result Verification Committee (DRVC) has begun vetting results from:

• 16 departments currently being processed
• 5 additional departments yet to submit results

Important Deadline for Departments

Departments with completed results must:

• Pick up results for photocopying
• Submit to the Academic Office
• Deadline: Between Thursday, June 19 and Monday, June 22, 2025

What This Means for Graduating Students

For 2021/2022 Graduates

If you completed your programme during the 2021/2022 session:

• Confirm your results have been processed
• Check with your department about result status
• Ensure all clearances are complete
• Prepare for convocation ceremony

For 2022/2023 Graduates

If you completed your programme during the 2022/2023 session:

• Verify your results are included in the vetting process
• Complete any outstanding requirements
• Clear all fees and obligations
• Prepare for the combined ceremony

Actions Required by Students

• Contact your department to confirm result status
• Ensure your name is on the graduation list
• Clear any outstanding fees or library books
• Obtain all necessary clearances
• Monitor official university channels for ceremony date announcement

For Departments

According to the notice signed by Dr. Sammy Kpenu, Public Relations Officer:

• Departments must meet the June 19-22 deadline
• Results require photocopying before Academic Office submission
• Timely submission ensures students' graduation isn't delayed
• All 21 departments should complete the process promptly

What to Expect Next

Following the result verification process:

• Official graduation list will be published
• Convocation ceremony date will be announced
• Academic gown collection procedures will be communicated
• Convocation programme details will be released

Preparing for Convocation

While awaiting the ceremony date:

• Ensure all academic requirements are met
• Clear outstanding obligations
• Update contact information with your department
• Monitor university website and social media
• Keep communication open with departmental officers

Stay tuned to official UNIPORT channels for further announcements regarding the combined convocation ceremony.