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Maiden Convocation Ceremony: A Historic Celebration of Excellence

Principal officers in academic regalia at the 2025 maiden convocation

Newgate University Minna proudly marked a significant milestone with the successful hosting of its Maiden Convocation Ceremony, a day dedicated to celebrating brilliance, resilience and the emergence of a new generation of global leaders.

A total of 207 graduates received degrees across various faculties, including 14 students who earned First Class Honours, a remarkable demonstration of hard work, discipline and academic distinction.

One of the major highlights was the presentation of awards to the Best Graduating Students, culminating in the recognition of the Overall Best Graduating Student, who achieved an outstanding CGPA of 4.83. In honour of her exceptional performance, she received:

  • a fully funded postgraduate scholarship
  • automatic employment with the University
  • a cheque refunding all school fees from 100 level to graduation

The ceremony was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including the Deputy Governor of Niger State, who represented His Excellency the Governor and officially commissioned the Newgate University Postgraduate School, named in honour of Governor Umaru Bago.

Also in attendance was the Chancellor, Chief Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN, together with the management team, invited guests, parents, staff and students.

In his remarks, the Pro-Chancellor and Founder, Mallam Hassan Nuhu, outlined a bold vision for the next decade: a university whose graduates lead industries, shape national and global policy, drive innovation and make meaningful impact across science, medicine, business, engineering and the creative economy.

The Maiden Convocation was more than a ceremony. It was a celebration of dreams fulfilled, potential unlocked and history made.

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