By Patrick Opio
Senior Communications Officer
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to grace the 8th Graduation Ceremony of Lira University.
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Jasper Ogwal Okeng has invited the president to officiate at the academic event slated for 20th November 2026, with 892 graduands, compared to 456, in 2025, anticipated to receive their degrees in various fields.
H.E Vice President Jessca Alupo(L) with the Parliament Chief Whip and Woman MP Lira City, Hon. Dr. Ruth Aceng Ocero(R) at the 7th Graduation Ceremony in 2025
The 8th Graduation Theme; The Beacon @10: Driving Innovation, Leadership and Societal Transformation.
As the Visitor of the University, Prof. Ogwal Okeng said, the President’s presence at the occasion will be an inspiration to the University and the community of Lango sub-region as a whole.
At the 7th Graduation Ceremony. (L-R): Lira University Chancellor, Hon. Justice Benjamin Odoki, Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Jasper Ogwal Okeng, former Health Minister, Hon. Dr. Ruth Aceng Ocero (standing), University Council Chairperson, Mr. David Geoffrey Opiokello and Vice Chair University Council, Ms Nellie Florence Okullo.
The University Graduations provide profound career and personal advantages that last a lifetime.
Ministers, Members of Parliament and several other dignitaries from across the country are expected to attend the colourful occasion whose preparations are in high gear.