The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is set to roll out the red carpet for its newest students as the Orientation Programme and Fair for fresh UTME and Direct Entry students kicks off on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. This exciting multi-day event is designed to warmly welcome the incoming class, helping them settle into university life while showcasing the vibrant academic and social culture of one of Nigeria’s premier institutions.
The programme, spanning from April 9 to April 13, 2025, features a packed schedule of interactive sessions, sporting events, entertainment, and spiritual activities. It promises to offer freshers a blend of inspiration, fun, and essential information to kickstart their journey at UNILAG. Below is a breakdown of the exciting lineup:
Programme Schedule
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
- 8:00 a.m.: Interactive Session and Orientation Fair
Venue: Jelili Adebisi Omotola Hall
The event begins with an interactive session where students will get insights into university life, followed by the Orientation Fair—a bustling showcase of student organizations, departments, and resources available on campus.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
- 8:00 a.m.: Novelty Match
Venue: Sports Centre
Freshers can bond over a friendly novelty match, highlighting the importance of sports and teamwork at UNILAG. - 2:00 p.m.: Entertainment (Mr. & Miss JAMBITE)
Venue: J.F. Ade Ajayi Auditorium
The day continues with a fun-filled entertainment session, featuring the crowning of Mr. and Miss JAMBITE, celebrating the charisma and talent of the new students.
Friday, April 11, 2025
- 9:00 a.m.: Interactive Session with Dignitaries
Venue: Jelili Adebisi Omotola Hall
Students will have the opportunity to engage with prominent figures, gaining wisdom and motivation for their academic journey. - 1:00 p.m.: Special Jumat Service for Muslim Freshers
Venue: UNILAG Mosque
A dedicated service for Muslim students to connect spiritually and build community. - 3:00 p.m.: Matriculation Ceremony
Venue: Jelili Adebisi Omotola Hall
The highlight of the programme, the matriculation ceremony officially inducts freshers into the UNILAG family.
Sunday, April 13, 2025
- 9:00 a.m.: Special Thanksgiving Service for Christian Freshers
Venue: UNILAG Chapel (Chapel of Christ Our Light, UNILAG)
The programme wraps up with a Thanksgiving Service, offering Christian students a moment of reflection and gratitude as they begin this new chapter.
A Warm Welcome to UNILAG
The Orientation Programme and Fair is more than just an event—it’s an introduction to the rich legacy and dynamic community of UNILAG. From academic guidance to entertainment and spiritual support, the university ensures that every fresher feels at home and ready to thrive.
As the countdown to April 9 begins, excitement is building among the incoming students who will soon call UNILAG their own. This orientation promises to set the tone for an unforgettable academic journey at one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities.
