Shun indiscipline, pursue excellence, Ogun varsity VC urges new students

At the recent third matriculation ceremony of Aletheia University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Olukayode Akinyemi delivered a powerful charge to the 264 newly admitted students. His message was clear: embrace discipline, uphold integrity, and relentlessly pursue academic excellence. This call to action sets the tone for the university's commitment to fostering not just scholars, but well-rounded individuals ready to excel in all facets of life.

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Today, we are admitting students across our colleges: 41 in Arts, Management and Social Sciences; six in Engineering; 40 in Science and Information Technology; 131 in Medical and Allied Health Sciences; and 46 in Law.

The ceremony marked a significant milestone for Aletheia University, which began its journey with 17 programs and 33 students in June 2023. Today, the institution boasts 34 fully approved programs across six colleges, a testament to its rapid and promising growth. This expansion, recognized by the National Universities Commission and relevant professional bodies, underscores the university's dedication to providing a comprehensive and robust educational experience.

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From 17 programmes, we have now expanded to 34 fully approved programmes across six colleges approved by the National Universities Commission and relevant professional bodies, including the Council of Legal Education and the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.

Professor Akinyemi emphasized the university's continuous efforts to strengthen its infrastructure, refine its administration, and enhance its digital systems. The introduction of a fourfold certification model—encompassing academic grounding, professional skill, entrepreneurial readiness, and ethical formation—further illustrates Aletheia University's forward-thinking approach. This holistic model aims to equip students with the diverse competencies needed to thrive in today's dynamic world, ensuring their success is not merely academic but also practical and ethical.

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This ceremony represents more than formal admission into the university. It is a structured affirmation of progress, purpose, and institutional continuity.

Speaking on the significance of matriculation, Akinyemi described it as more than a formality; it is an affirmation of progress, purpose, and continuity. He reminded students that a university's true measure lies in the strength of its systems and the clarity of its vision. For the matriculating students, this means embracing discipline, focus, and consistency, as success at Aletheia University is a product of hard work and purpose, supported by the institution's unwavering commitment to their aspirations.

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To our matriculating students, you are entering a system that demands discipline, focus, and consistency. Success here will not be accidental; it will be built on purpose and hard work, and the university is here to support all to achieve your lofty aim and excellence in academic pursuit and character.