SUMMIT UNIVERSITY, OFFA MATRICULATES 194 STUDENTS IN GRAND CEREMONY

Legitdan News reports that Summit University, Offa, held its 9th Matriculation Ceremony on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the Alhaja Adiat Abegbe Makanjuola Lecture Theatre, officially welcoming 194 fresh students into its academic community.

The new intakes—comprising 103 males and 91 females—were ushered into the university in a colourful ceremony that highlighted the institution’s growing influence in Nigeria’s academic landscape.

Delivering his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abiodun Musa Aibinu, congratulated the matriculating students and their families. He described the occasion as a “defining moment” in the lives of the students and a significant step in their journey toward becoming impactful leaders and professionals.

“This is not just a formal rite of passage,” he said. “It is the beginning of a journey that will shape your future and prepare you for meaningful contributions to society.”

Institutional Growth and Innovation

Professor Aibinu traced the steady evolution of Summit University since its inception in 2017. He proudly announced the successful addition of new academic units, including:

• The Kola Balogun College of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Engineering

• The College of Innovation and Computing Technology

• The College of Postgraduate Studies

He noted that students from these newly established colleges were part of this year’s matriculating set, marking a new chapter in the university’s commitment to emerging technologies and global academic relevance.

Beyond Academics: Real-World Skills

The Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed Summit University’s mission to raise graduates who are intellectually sound, socially responsible, and morally upright. According to him, all students would undergo a comprehensive developmental curriculum that integrates:

• Financial literacy

• Ethical leadership

• Digital technology training

• Entrepreneurship

• Cultural and heritage appreciation

• Sustainable practices

• Global citizenship infused with faith-based values

Discipline and Responsibility

Professor Aibinu cautioned the new students against engaging in any form of social vice, warning that disciplinary breaches would not be taken lightly. He reminded them that the matriculation oath is a binding pledge to uphold the university’s core values of honour, excellence, and integrity.

“At Summit University, we maintain high moral and academic standards. As you take your oath today, know that it comes with responsibilities.”

Appreciation to Stakeholders

He expressed gratitude to the university’s board, staff, and the host community of Offa. Special appreciation was extended to the Olofa of Offa, His Royal Majesty Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi, Esuwoye II, and other notable indigenes for their consistent support.

In closing, Professor Aibinu assured the students of the university’s unwavering commitment to their success and urged them to embrace the university’s motto:

“To shine like the sun.”

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