Salem Varsity Graduates 168 In 7th Convocation Today

The vice chancellor of Salem University, Lokoja, Prof. Alewo Akubo, has disclosed that the institution would be graduating a total of 168 students during its 7th Convocation ceremony, scheduled to hold on Friday 21 November, 2025.

Akubo who disclosed this during a pre‑convocation press briefing at Campus of the institution in Jimbe, Lokoja, added that the 168 graduating students includes; four First class, 93 Second Class Upper 31 Second Lower, eight Third Class, and other Postgraduates graduates.

Speaking further, the vice chancellor appealed to the federal government to give the needed support and complement the efforts of private universities in terms of infrastructure development as well as tax reduction and waivers, emphasising that private universities require deliberate government backing to thrive.

He noted that Salem University prides itself on high‑quality human resources and capital development and has maintained regular and uninterrupted academic sessions, ensuring students graduate on schedule.

He reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to sustain and improve its achievements for the benefit of the people, the state, and Nigeria at large.

He noted that the institution has secured approval to commence the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme, positioning Salem University as a rising hub for medical training in North‑Central Nigeria.

Full approval and commencement of Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s, and Ph.D. programmes in Biochemistry, Mass Communication, Law, International Relations, and more, attracting candidates nationwide and abroad.

He said the university is set to introduce Engineering, Agricultural Sciences, Architectural and Environmental Science programmes to broaden innovation and research opportunities.

Akubo declared that Salem University aims to become a world-class institution known for cutting-edge research, entrepreneurship, and innovation.