Bayelsa Governor Pledges Greater Support as University of Africa Holds Landmark Convocation

In a historic combined convocation event, the University of Africa, Toru-Orua honored its 2020–2024 graduating class. As the school reaffirmed its dedication to excellence in education, research, and service, the occasion brought together academic leaders, government representatives, royal dignitaries, and proud families.

During the ceremony, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri praised the graduates’ perseverance and their decision to attend a relatively new university. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to the university’s expansion while pointing out the necessity of creative funding sources outside of state grants.

Beyond what the Bayelsa State Government can offer, Governor Diri said, “The University of Africa has the potential to forge new avenues in innovation and secure alternative, sustainable funding sources.”
“The top graduating student in each program will automatically be hired as a thank you for your accomplishments. It says volumes that you choose to put your trust in a young organization rather than a well-established one. You serve as representatives of this aspirational university today, and I’m determined to make it a center for excellence, growth, and knowledge.

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On behalf of the graduating class, a first-class graduate conveyed happiness and appreciation. The student emphasized the group’s delight in accomplishing this goal and the bravery required to select the university.

“Believing in the future of this university and ourselves, we took a risky move. We are all ecstatic as we commemorate this triumph together today. The student stated that the university is working to establish a reputation outside of Bayelsa.

The newly appointed Chancellor, His Eminence Ez Wanuku Namobi III, King of Aubberland, formally inducted 95 graduating students into the university’s alumni community during the convocation. In his capacity, the chancellor awarded diplomas and tasked the graduates with upholding the school’s principles as they set off on their next adventure.

The event emphasized the University of Africa’s resolve to uphold its heritage and the common vision of its stakeholders for a knowledge-, innovation-, and service-driven future.