The Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASUED) has announced that it will confer honorary doctorate degrees on the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, and former governor of the state, Chief Olusegun Osoba, during its 17th convocation ceremony.
The announcement was made through a video posted on the university’s official Facebook page and a flyer shared on its social media platforms on Monday. The convocation activities are scheduled to take place between Friday, January 23, and Thursday, January 29, 2026, and will include the conferment of higher degrees, diplomas, first degrees, and honorary awards.
It said, “Join us at Tai Solarin Federal University of Education as we celebrate our 17th convocation ceremony and honorary doctorate degrees on the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, and renowned journalist and former governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba.”
According to the university, Senator Tinubu will receive a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Childhood Education, recognising her advocacy for women, children and youth, particularly through initiatives promoting education, healthcare and social development.
Governor Abiodun is to be awarded a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Education Management, in acknowledgement of his contributions to governance, educational development, and his role in facilitating TASUED’s transition into a federal university.
Chief Olusegun Osoba will be conferred with a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Political Science for his contributions to democratic governance, public service, and the transformation of the former College of Education into a degree-awarding institution.
The convocation programme will begin on Friday, January 23, with a press parley and special Jumat service, followed by an interdenominational Christian service on Sunday, January 25. Additional events will include a convocation drama, the Vice-Chancellor’s football competition, a health walk, exhibition and alumni cocktail.
The undergraduate convocation ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, while the postgraduate convocation and award of honorary degrees will take place on Thursday, January 29, at the university auditorium.
The university has invited graduands, alumni, students, parents, guardians and the general public to attend, advising that guests be seated by 9:00 am for the ceremonies.
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