EDITORIAL: Uniport's 36th Combined Convocation Week Begins — A Week Of Celebration, Inspiration, And Legacy. The University of Port Harcourt is set to come alive as the 36th Combined Convocation Week enters full swing from today June 1 to June 6, 2026, bringing together graduands, alumni, students, staff, distinguished guests, and members of the public for a series of memorable events celebrating excellence, achievement, and the enduring spirit of the institution. With activities carefully lined up throughout the week, the Convocation promises not only to honour academic accomplishments but also to inspire the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakers. ▪️Convocation Week Activities Monday, June 1, 2026 Media Briefing by the Vice-Chancellor 📍 Council Chambers, Senate Building 🕙 10:00 AM --- Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Tree Planting Ceremony by the B.G.S. 📍 New Convocation Arena 🕙 10:00 AM Red Carpet & Command Performance. 📍 New Arts Theatre, Delta Park 🕕 6:00 PM --- Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Class Day Activities 📍 Various Faculties 🕛 12:00 PM Vice Chancellor's Dinner with First Class Graduands 📍 Vice Chancellor's Lodge 🕕 6:00 PM --- Thursday, June 4, 2026 Research Fair & Exhibitions 📍 CBN Building and University Library 🕙 10:00 AM Fireside Chat With Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, OON Theme: Finding Purpose: Optimizing Life After School 📍 CBN Centre of Excellence Auditorium, Abuja Campus 🕒 3:00 PM This promises to be one of the most impactful events of the Convocation Week. The session will feature Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, the Co-Founder of two Unicorns (Andela and Flutterwave), one of Africa's most celebrated entrepreneurs and technology leaders. Graduands, students, and young professionals will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from his experiences building globally recognized companies and navigating life beyond the classroom. For anyone seeking clarity, direction, and inspiration for the future, this is a conversation you do not want to miss. --- Friday, June 5, 2026 Award of Certificates (First Degrees, PGD & Master's Degrees) 📍 New Convocation Arena 🕘 9:00 AM --- Saturday, June 6, 2026 Convocation Lecture 📍 New Convocation Arena 🕘 9:00 AM The Convocation Lecture will be delivered by His Excellency, Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, CON, Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), whose insights and experience in governance and nation-building are expected to provide valuable perspectives for graduates and the wider University community. Conferment of PhD Degrees 📍 New Convocation Arena 🕘 9:00 AM --- • UNIQUE STOARY WILL BE THERE • The Unique Stoary Convocation Volunteer Team will be on ground throughout the Convocation Week, bringing you exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes moments, event highlights, graduate stories, and real-time coverage from all major activities. Don't miss a moment. Follow Unique Stoary on all our social media platforms: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X (formerly Twitter) @uniquestoary Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay inspired. Unique Stoary...the digital heartbeat of Uniport. 📌 Join the Unique Stoary Community on Telegram let's have real time discussions on latest happenings and matters arising in Uniport. Click on this link to join https://t.me/uniquestoary _____________________________________________ We have a WhatsApp channel. Do well to follow for exclusive offers, placements and real time updates; https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAYOmR05MUbjMcimM00 _____________________________________________ #UniqueStoary #Uniport #Stoary #Editorial #UniportConvocation2026 #ABetterUniport #Campus #CampusGist #CampusLife #ConvocationWeek