…1,576 graduands to receive degrees as institution unveils commemorative book

By Joseph Erunke

Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State, is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary alongside its 6th convocation ceremony in a week-long event scheduled for November 9–15, 2025.

Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Haruna Kuje Ayuba, announced this on Tuesday at a press briefing in the university’s Senate Chamber, outlining the programme of events and reflecting on the institution’s progress since its establishment.

Speaking on behalf of the Chancellor, HRH Pharmacist (Dr.) Luka Baba Panya (Esu Karu); the Chairman, Board of Trustees and ECWA President (Worldwide), Rev. Dr. Job Ayuba Bagat Mallam; and the Pro-Chancellor, Prof. Andrew Haruna, the vice-chancellor described the dual celebration as a testament to the university’s resilience and contribution to national development.

“This convocation is not only a celebration of academic accomplishments but also of two decades of commitment to educational excellence, spiritual development, institutional growth, and societal impact,” Ayuba said.

Founded in 2005 by the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), Bingham University was established to provide quality higher education grounded in Christian values. Today, it has 15 faculties, 63 departments, and offers 48 undergraduate and 59 postgraduate programmes. The main campus is in Karu, while the Teaching Hospital and College of Medical Sciences are located in Jos.

Prof. Ayuba acknowledged the contributions of past vice-chancellors—Prof. Aaron Gana, Prof. Felix Anjorin, Prof. Leonard Fwa, and Prof. William B. Qurix—whose efforts laid a solid foundation for the university’s progress.

Convocation & Anniversary Activities

The week-long celebration will feature:

Commemorative Church Service

Vice-Chancellor’s Press Conference

Sports Events

Students’ Essay Competition

Anniversary Photo Exhibition

Convocation Lecture

Commissioning of Projects

Vice-Chancellor’s Luncheon & Awards

Convocation Ceremony

Rev. Dr. Job Ayuba Bagat Mallam will serve as Chief Host, while the Chancellor, HRH Pharmacist (Dr.) Luka Baba Panya, will chair the convocation ceremony.

1,576 Graduands to Receive Degrees

Out of the 1,576 graduands:

1,116 are undergraduates

460 are postgraduate students

Undergraduate classifications include:

82 First Class

464 Second Class Upper

260 Second Class Lower

40 Third Class

2 Pass

268 unclassified professional degrees (Pharmacy and Medicine)

Postgraduate breakdown:

44 PhDs

158 Academic Masters

200 Professional Masters

58 Postgraduate Diplomas

Prof. Ayuba noted that certificates will be available for collection immediately after the ceremony, reflecting the institution’s commitment to efficiency.

Commemorative Book Launch

To mark the milestone, the university will unveil “Bingham University @ 20”, a 20-chapter publication documenting its history, achievements, and growth. The book will be sold for ₦20,000, with proceeds supporting ongoing development projects.

Describing it as a “tribute to our journey of faith, resilience, and academic pursuit,” the vice-chancellor thanked staff, students, parents, the NUC, JAMB, and other accrediting bodies for their support.

Prof. Ayuba also appreciated the media for promoting educational development and invited the public to join the celebration, calling it “a significant milestone in Bingham University’s continuing story of faith, excellence, and service to humanity.”