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UI bar all except first class graduands, award winners from convocation hall

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University of Ibadan

The University of Ibadan(UI) has barred all graduands except first class honours and award/prize winners from physically attending the 2021 convocation ceremonies.

The was stated in a circular released by the university. It also said that the convocation would hold between November 15th and 17th.

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.

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“All graduands are to comply with COVID-19 protocols, including wearing of face masks, physical distancing and use of hand sanitiser.

“All graduands are expected to pay the levies as stipulated whether or not they attend the convocation ceremonies as these will be required at the point of collection of the certificate.”

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