The management of Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo, has warned newly admitted students against drug abuse, indiscipline and other acts capable of undermining their academic and moral development.
The Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Ebunoluwa Oduwole, gave the warning during the university’s 21st matriculation ceremony for 864 newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session, held on the institution’s campus in Oyo.
Oduwole congratulated the fresh students and their parents, describing admission into the university as a significant milestone and an opportunity for students to acquire both academic knowledge and sound moral upbringing.
She said the institution remained committed to providing innovative intellectual training alongside practical spiritual education rooted in Anglican values.
According to her, the university’s vision is anchored on two cardinal pillars: deep intellectual development and practical spiritual education aimed at producing well-rounded graduates.
“Our vision is built on two cardinal points, deep innovative intellectuality and practical spiritual education. We do not only train students academically; we also nurture their spiritual and moral development,” she said.
The Vice Chancellor stressed that the university maintains a zero-tolerance policy for drug abuse, bullying and other forms of misconduct, warning that any student found culpable would face appropriate disciplinary measures.
She urged the matriculating students to remain focused on their academic pursuits and uphold the core values of discipline, integrity and responsible conduct throughout their stay in the institution.
Oduwole also highlighted ongoing efforts by the university to expand academic programmes and improve learning facilities.
She listed the institution’s 13 faculties to include agriculture, basic medical sciences, communication and media studies, computing, education, engineering, environmental studies, humanities, law, management sciences, natural sciences, nursing sciences and social sciences.
According to her, the university is also working toward establishing a College of Health Sciences and a Faculty of Pharmacy as part of efforts to broaden academic opportunities.
The Vice-Chancellor further disclosed that the institution had recently been approved as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), enabling prospective candidates to register for examinations within the university campus.
She added that the university had introduced certification in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for students as part of measures aimed at equipping them with modern digital skills relevant to the evolving global economy.
Oduwole also noted that the management had taken steps to improve students’ welfare through enhanced water supply, electricity and hostel facilities.
Earlier, the guest lecturer, Prof. Bimbola Oludipe, urged the matriculating students to take responsibility for their learning and maintain integrity throughout their academic journey.
Oludipe described matriculation as the formal entry of students into a community built on scholarship, discipline and character.
“Admission is not the achievement; graduating with honour, character and purpose is,” she said.
She also cautioned the students against examination malpractice, plagiarism, drug abuse and other activities that could jeopardise their academic future.
The highlight of the event was the administration of the matriculation oath to the new students, formally admitting them into the academic community of the university.
