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Edo University Iyamoh Matriclates 1, 528 Students
By Ikhili Ebalu, Benin City
The Edo University Iyamoh on Wednesday matriculated about 1,528 students for the 2024/2025 academic session.
The Acting Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Dawood Egbefo stated this at the 10th matriculation ceremony, held at Aliko Dangote Auditorium Iyamoh.
Prof Egbefo stated that the matriculants were admitted through UTME, Direct Entry and Transfer from other institutions.
“Today we celebrate the matriculation of 1,528 candidates (UTME, Direct entry and Transfer) who have met the criteria for admission and successfully completed the 2024/2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
“As you join the university as the 10th batch of matriculating students, I encourage you to uphold the University’s regulations and contribute positively to the Edo University version community,” Egbefo said.
He urged them to approach their academic journey with unwavering dedication and take full advantage of the cutting-edge technological resources and ICT facilities available in the institution.
According to the VC, the institution had zero tolerance for social vices and advised them to shun all forms of vices that could be inimical to the progress of their academic pursuit.
“Here, we place a high premium on discipline and adherence to the academic calendar and noted that the university runs an uninterrupted season.
He, however pledged the management commitment in partnership with the Edo State Government to continue to provide world-class teaching and research facilities in the institution.
Speaking as a guest speaker, Prof. Omare Celia Otote advised the newly admitted students to be disciplined and resilient in their study to achieve their academic goals.
Prof Otote, a professor in the Faculty of Education, Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, gave the advice while delivering the matriculation lecture tiled “Building a Legacy of Excellence: Embracing Opportunities for Academic Growth.
Prof Otote further advised the students to set out goals for themselves throughout their academic journey in order to achieve excellence.
According to her,Excellence is about continuous growth, meaningful contributions, and inspiring others saying excellence is a journey and not a destination urging them to be focuse, ask questions and be self discipline.
She said as they find themselves in the university community, they should reflect on what kind of legacy they want to build and start taking action today.