The Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has warned newly admitted students against social vices and academic laziness, declaring a zero-tolerance policy as the institution matriculated about 8,000 students.
Prof. Ige gave the warning during the Matriculation Ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic session held on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Addressing the fresh students, the Vice-Chancellor said the ceremony formally inducted them into the university community and marked the beginning of their academic journey toward fulfilling their aspirations.
He noted that the students were selected as the most qualified from over 18,000 applicants, a process he said underscored the university’s firm commitment to merit.
According to him, “This University does not lower its standards to fill its halls; it raises individuals to meet its standards.”
Prof. Ige was unequivocal on students’ conduct, stressing that the university would not tolerate any form of social vices.
He listed examination misconduct, indecent dressing, cultism, rape and robbery among offences that would attract severe sanctions, warning that any student found guilty would be summarily expelled.
“The privilege of admission comes with responsibility,” he said, adding that the mission of AAUA rests on an “unshakable tripod of Academic Excellence, Moral Uprightness and Service to Humanity.”
He urged the students to shun intellectual laziness and examination malpractice, describing integrity as their greatest asset. On moral conduct, he emphasized that the university would enforce decent dressing, mutual respect and strict adherence to its code of behaviour.
“You are now ambassadors of your families and of this University,” the Vice-Chancellor reminded them.
He further charged the students to deploy the knowledge acquired in the institution as a tool for solving societal problems and uplifting others.
While acknowledging the pressures associated with academic life, Prof. Ige assured the students of the availability of support systems within the university, including academic advisers and the Counselling and Human Development Centre.
“Do not struggle in silence. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness,” he said.
In his concluding remarks, the Vice-Chancellor urged the students to see the matriculation as a new beginning rather than an end, charging them to make meaningful contributions to society.
“The world is waiting for the unique contribution that only you, forged in the crucible of AAUA, can provide,” he stated.
Earlier, the Registrar of the university, Mr. Olugbenga Arajulu, administered the Matriculation Oath, during which the students pledged to abide by the institution’s rules and regulations and to uphold its image.
The ceremony was attended by principal officers of the university, members of staff, parents, guardians, well-wishers and members of the host community.
