About The Event
This important event marks the official induction of fresh students into the university community. It is designed to formally welcome our new students, introduce them to the core values, academic structure, and support services of the university, and provide guidance as they begin their academic journey.
Where
Northwest University Sokoto, Kalambaina Industrial layout Wamakko LGA P.M.B. 2331 Sokoto Nigeria
When
Saturday
28 June, 2025
Special Guest and Principal officers
Here are some of our Guest/speakers
The Founder: His Excellency
Senator (Dr.) Aliyu Magatakada Wamakko, CFR, FNIM, FIMN
Sokoto State Governor
Alh. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, PhD, ACIT, FCNA
Deputy Governor, Sokoto State
Alh. Idris Muhammad Gobir
Vice Chancellor
Prof. Mukhtar Umar Bunza
Registrar
Alh. Umar Musa Garun Babba, BA(ED) BUK, Mnim, CFA
Former Director General, National Automotive Design and Development Council
Jelani Aliyu, MFR (Barden Sokoto)
Bursar
Sarkin Baki Garba Shinkafi BSc. Mgt., MBA, CPA, FCNA
Ag. Librarian
Aliyu Otoayele (CLn)
Event Schedule
Here is our event schedule
Matriculating Students get assembled and seated
Guests to be seated
Registrar The Procession will enter the Matriculation Arena while a fanfare is sounded and Processional Music is played.
The Assembly will stand and remain standing as the procession enters in the following order;
Mace Bearer
Academic Secretary Deans
Members of Senate Registrar
Visiting Registrars
Visiting Heads of Tertiary Institutions Vice-Chancellor
Pro-Chancellor
National Anthem The Registrar calls the Arena to order by calling for the National Anthem
Opening Prayer The Ceremony opens with prayer by...
Orientation Day
Event Venue
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Administration Building
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F.A.Q
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What is orientation in the university?
University orientation is a chance for incoming students to explore the campus, meet faculty, and talk to an academic advisor before registering for classes. It's also an opportunity to find out more about your school.
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What happens at orientation?
University orientations are held to familiarize prospective students with the facilities that each campus offers. It allows students interested in attending that University to get a better look at what to expect in terms of the size and layout of the campus, classrooms, and facilities.
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How do you start an orientation speech?
Good morning students, staff, and parents. I hope you are all doing well and are ready to embark on a new academic journey. Today, I am here to welcome all of our students to the new academic session. As we start this new school year, I want to remind everyone of the importance of education.
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How long is an orientation?
In general, a new student orientation will take around three hours or no longer than a full day.
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