Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD) has officially matriculated 2,955 students for the 2024/2025 academic session, marking a significant milestone for the prestigious institution. The matriculation ceremony, held on Tuesday, saw the formal induction of students into the university’s rigorous academic environment.
Professor Smaranda Olarinde, the Vice Chancellor of ABUAD, revealed that among the newly admitted students, 2,507 are undergraduates, 34 are enrolled in the Open and Distance Learning Programme (ODLP), and 414 have joined various part-time programs. This diverse intake demonstrates the university’s commitment to providing educational opportunities that cater to a wide range of students, both full-time and part-time, while ensuring accessibility for those seeking flexible learning options.
In her address during the ceremony, Olarinde emphasized that ABUAD’s long-standing tradition of matriculation reflects the institution’s mission to redefine education not only within Nigeria but on a global scale. She highlighted the university’s dedication to offering quality and functional education, encouraging innovation, and instilling core values that empower students to become leaders of positive change in society.
Underlining the university’s commitment to excellence, Olarinde acknowledged the role of ABUAD’s founder and chancellor, Aare Afe Emmanuel Babalola, in shaping the institution into a hub for academic brilliance, moral development, vocational training, and groundbreaking research. She urged the new students to embrace the values that ABUAD upholds, which are designed to prepare them for future careers while also shaping their character and leadership potential.
Olarinde’s address also underscored the importance of discipline and focus throughout the students’ academic journeys. She advised them to surround themselves with like-minded individuals who inspire and uplift them, while avoiding distractions and vices that could jeopardize their futures. The university enforces a strict code of conduct, ensuring that students remain disciplined and principled during their time at ABUAD.
As the academic session begins, ABUAD’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded, innovative, and morally grounded leaders stands firm. The university’s exceptional reputation, built on academic excellence and a focus on holistic student development, continues to attract top-tier students from across the nation and beyond. For these 2,955 new students, ABUAD represents the beginning of a transformative educational experience that will shape their futures in profound ways.
