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Here are some of the latest news updates about the University of Uyo (UNIUYO) in Nigeria.

Key Developments
– Policy Against Sexual Harassment: UNIUYO launched a policy against sexual harassment on October 6, 2025, with stiff penalties for defaulters, aiming to create a safer academic environment ¹.
– ASUU Strike: In August 2025, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at UNIUYO shut down the university, suspending exams, to protest federal government ill-treatment, including unpaid salaries and poor funding
– Medical Lecturers’ Strike: Earlier in April 2025, UNIUYO medical lecturers began a strike over pay package issues, including non-migration to the Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS), impacting academic and clinical activities.

Admissions and Academics
– School of Basic Studies Admission: UNIUYO released the Basic Studies admission form for 2025/2026, with a Computer-Based Test (CBT) screening exercise scheduled.
– Postgraduate Admission: Applications are open for UNIUYO’s postgraduate programs for 2025/2026
– Admission Lists: The 2025/2026 admission list is available on JAMB CAPS.

Other Updates
– Amnesty Programme: UNIUYO announced an amnesty program for students unable to graduate.
– Convocation: UNIUYO held its 29th/30th combined convocation ceremony in November 2025

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University of Uyo Convocation Ceremony: A Celebration of Excellence
The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) hosted its 29th and 30th Combined Convocation Ceremony from November 4th to 9th, 2024, at the 1000-seater TETFUND Auditorium on the main campus, marking a significant milestone for 12,450 graduands

Highlights of the Ceremony
– Diverse Achievements: 174 students bagged First-Class Honours, showcasing academic brilliance.
– Postgraduate Excellence: 1,167 postgraduate students graduated (303 PhD, 608 Master’s, 246 Postgraduate Diploma).
– Undergraduate Numbers: 10,835 graduates from 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 sessions.
– 2020/2021: 4,823 graduates (56 First Class, 1,737 Second Class Upper).
– 2021/2022: 6,012 graduates (118 First Class, 2,306 Second Class Upper).
– Honorary Awards: Conferred on distinguished individuals like Chief Effiong Afiakure, Mrs. Halima Zakaria, and Dr. Itanwan James.

Honorary Recognitions
– Honorary Professor Emeritus: Professor Akpan Ekpo (Public Finance Policy).
– Honorary Distinguished Professors: Professor Enefiok Essien (Law), Professor Godfrey Udoh (Estate Management), Professor Essien Urua (Linguistics & Nigerian Languages).

Challenges Highlighted by VC Prof. Nyaudoh Ndaeyo
– Theft of Equipment: Loss of vital university assets.
– Funding Constraints: Impacting infrastructure and resources.
– Land Encroachment: Threats to university property.
– Manpower Shortage: Due to federal employment embargo.
– Power Costs: High expenses and unreliable electricity.

Ceremony Vibes Uniuyo Convocation

Academic regalia filled the TETFUND Auditorium as proud families witnessed milestones.
Speeches reflected on resilience and UNIUYO’s strides despite hurdles.
Awardees received accolades for outstanding contributions.

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