Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management (KSTM) Announces Maiden Combined Convocation Ceremony
The Rector, Dr. Musa Ahmed Zayyad, MNCS, on behalf of the Governing Council and Management of the Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management (KSTM), is pleased to formally announce the commencement of the Institute’s Maiden Combined Convocation Ceremony.
This historic milestone marks the first collective graduation of the Institute’s pioneering scholars, celebrating the successful completion of academic requirements for the award of Diplomas and Certificates across various fields of Technology and Management.
Guided by its core commitment to “Academic Excellence and Achievement,” the Maiden Convocation stands as a landmark event in Katsina State’s educational landscape. It proudly showcases the Institute’s dedication to fostering technical innovation, practical skills development, and the production of high-quality human capital equipped to drive national development.
Ceremony Highlights
The convocation will be a dignified academic rite of passage, uniting distinguished guests, political leaders, the academic community, and families of the graduands in a grand celebration of accomplishment.
Key features of the ceremony include:
- The formal award of Diplomas and Certificates in diverse disciplines of Technology and Management.
- Presentation of Excellence Awards to outstanding best-graduating students across various departments in recognition of their exceptional academic performance.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, 25th April, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM prompt (All guests are kindly requested to be seated by 8:30 AM to allow for the smooth entry of the Academic Procession) Venue: School of Technology Auditorium, Katsina State Institute of Technology and Management (KSTM), Katsina
Important Directives for Graduands
As the central focus of this maiden celebration, graduands are expected to observe the following protocols to ensure a seamless and dignified event:
- Academic Regalia: All graduands must be properly attired in the official Institute convocation gown. Details regarding gown collection will be communicated in due course through the Student Affairs Division.
- Access and Security: Due to the high-profile nature of the occasion, entry into the auditorium will be strictly by official invitation or valid graduand identification.
- Certificate Collection: Diplomas and Certificates will be available for collection immediately after the ceremony, subject to the completion of all necessary departmental and library clearances.
A Momentous Milestone
The Maiden Combined Convocation Ceremony represents far more than a graduation exercise — it is a powerful celebration of perseverance, growth, and the successful transition from classroom learning to professional readiness.
Under the visionary leadership of Rector Dr. Musa Ahmed Zayyad, KSTM continues to strengthen its role as a premier institution dedicated to bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world industrial application, producing graduates who are not only certified but truly competent and innovative.
We look forward to a memorable celebration as we honour the achievements of our first set of graduands and reaffirm our commitment to excellence in technical and management education.
