Kaduna Polytechnic announces Combined Convocation and 70th Anniversary Ceremony

The Rector of Kaduna Polytechnic, Dr. Suleiman Umar, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Staff, and Students, has officially announced the schedule for the institution's Combined Convocation and 70th Anniversary Ceremony.

The week-long celebration is set to honor graduates from the 2016/2017 through 2024/2025 academic sessions. The event will culminate in the award of Diplomas, Fellowships, and Prizes on Saturday, May 16th, 2026.

Schedule of Events

Monday, May 11th, 2026

Press Conference
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: Council Chambers, Central Admin Block, Main Campus.

Friday, May 8th, 2026

Special Juma’ah Prayers
Time: 1:00 PM
Venue: KPT Central Mosque, Main Campus.

Sunday, May 10th, 2026

Interdenominational Service
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: KPT Chapel, Main Campus.

Friday, May 15th, 2026

Pre-Convocation Lecture
Time: 2:30 PM
Venue: Civil Engineering Lecture Theatre, Main Campus.
Lecturer: Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Policy Coordination.

Convocation Dinner
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Department of Hospitality CST (By Invitation).

Saturday, May 16th, 2026

Grand Finale: Combined Convocation & 70th Anniversary Ceremony
Time: 9:00 AM (Guests to be seated by 9:00 AM prompt)
Venue: Convocation Square, Main Campus, Tudun Wada.

Notice to Graduands: Academic Gowns

All graduands are required to follow the protocols for the collection and return of academic attire:

• Payment: A total sum of ₦20,000 is required (₦10,000 for rental and ₦10,000 as a refundable deposit). Payments should be made at Kadpoly Micro Finance Bank, Central Administration, Main Campus.
• Collection: Gowns can be collected starting Monday, May 11th, 2026, at the Department of Polymer and Textile Technology, College of Science and Technology, Main Campus.
• Return Policy: Gowns must be returned on or before Tuesday, May 19th, 2026. Late returns will incur a penalty of ₦1,000 per day.

For further inquiries, please contact: 0706308235 or 08028755704.

Signed: Dr. Muhammed Tanimu, Registrar