The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) held its 51st matriculation ceremony, welcoming approximately 10,000 new students to the institution.
In his address, Acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Oguejiofor Ujam emphasized the university’s commitment to merit, fairness, and excellence. He urged the students to work hard, be punctual, and attend classes regularly, noting that punctuality and class participation are crucial components of their continuous assessments.
Prof. Ujam reminded the students of the university’s prestigious status as the first indigenous university in Nigeria, striving to be the best. He highlighted the institution’s philosophy of seeking, teaching, and preserving the truth, while promoting mutual respect among students and staff, regardless of cultural, religious, or tribal differences. The university has implemented policies to protect students from exploitation, harassment, and abuse, and Prof. Ujam encouraged students to report any incidents to the relevant authorities.
The Vice Chancellor warned the students against involvement in secret cults, cultism, examination malpractice, and other anti-social behaviors, emphasizing that such actions would attract severe penalties, including suspension or expulsion. He congratulated the students on meeting the admission requirements and advised them to stay focused, work hard, and abide by the institution’s rules and regulations.
In a faculty-specific address, Dean of Pharmaceutical Sciences Prof. Chukwuemeka Nworu urged new students to uphold the values of discipline, integrity, diligence, and excellence. He congratulated the students and their parents on achieving admission to one of the university’s most prestigious faculties. Some of the matriculants pledged to work hard and adhere to the university’s rules to achieve good grades and make their parents proud.