Dare Babalola
The Tai Solarin Federal University of Education has announced its intention to confer honorary doctorate degrees upon Senator Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria, Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, and former Governor Chief Olusegun Osoba, during its 17th convocation ceremony.
The announcement was made in a video posted on the institution’s official Facebook page.
The convocation, happening January 23-29, 2026, will feature awards of higher degrees, honorary doctorates, diplomas, and first degrees, according to a flyer posted on the university’s social media.
“The management of Tai Solarin Federal University of Education wishes to notify the general public of the programmes lined up for the 17th Convocation Ceremony for the Award of Higher Degrees, Honoris Causa, Diplomas and admission to First Degrees of the University,” the announcement stated.
Highlighting the honorary awardees, the management said, “Join us at Tai Solarin Federal University of Education as we celebrate our 17th convocation ceremony and honorary doctorate degrees on the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Distinguished Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, and renowned journalist and former governor of Ogun State, Olusegun Osoba.”
Senator Tinubu will receive a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Childhood Education for her advocacy work in education, healthcare, and social development, particularly for women, children, and youth.
Governor Abiodun is to receive a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Education Management, in acknowledgement of his contributions to governance, educational development and his role in initiating the process that led to the institution’s transition into a federal university.
Former governor Aremo Olusegun Osoba will be conferred with a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) Honoris Causa in Political Science, in recognition of his contributions to democratic governance, public service and his role in the transformation of the former College of Education into a degree-awarding institution.
The convocation programme will commence on Friday, January 23, with a press parley and special Jumat service, followed by an interdenominational Christian service on Sunday, January 25. Other activities include a convocation drama, the Vice-Chancellor’s football competition, a health walk, exhibition and alumni cocktail.
The undergraduate convocation ceremony will hold on Wednesday, January 28, while the postgraduate convocation and award of honorary degrees will take place on Thursday, January 29, at the university auditorium.
“All Graduands, Alumni, Students, Parents, Guardians and the General Public, are cordially invited,” the announcement added, advising guests to be seated by 9.00am prompt for the ceremonies.
