COVID-19: University Of Ibadan bars Graduands without first-class from convocation hall
The University of Ibadan has barred graduands without first-class honours from attending the 2021 convocation ceremonies physically.
Instead, they were asked to join the convocation ceremony online.
A circular released by the university stated that the convocation would hold between November 15 and 17.
The University’s Public Relations Officer, Olatunji Oladejo, said the decision was taken to curb the spread of coronavirus.
He said award winners would also be allowed access into the hall.
Part of the circular read, “Attendance at the International Conference Centre is open to First Class Honours graduands and recipients of prizes and awards only. Parents and visitors are not allowed into the campus neither will there be any form of party or social gathering during the period.
