Aletheia University, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, has held its third matriculation ceremony in a grand and memorable event that brought together top university officials, regulatory representatives, staff, students and invited guests to formally welcome a new cohort of students into the institution.
The ceremony, held at the College of Law Marquee, marked a significant milestone in the academic calendar of the University as newly admitted students were officially inducted into the academic community. The occasion reflected a strong atmosphere of celebration, institutional pride and renewed commitment to academic excellence.
The event was attended by the Pro Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Dr (Mrs) Onikepo Akande, who was present in recognition of the importance of the ceremony. Also in attendance was the Vice Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Professor Olukayode Dewumi Akinyemi, alongside principal officers of the University and members of management.
The Ogun State Coordinator and Deputy Director of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Mr Hakeem AbdulHameed, also attended the ceremony, reinforcing the strong relationship between the University and national regulatory bodies overseeing tertiary education standards.
In his address, the Vice Chancellor congratulated the matriculating students and described their admission into the University as the beginning of a transformative academic journey. He urged them to embrace discipline, focus and commitment, stressing that academic success is built on consistency, responsibility and adherence to institutional regulations.
Professor Akinyemi also reiterated the University’s dedication to providing a stable and enabling academic environment supported by qualified faculty members, modern facilities and a strong governance structure. He encouraged the students to take full advantage of the opportunities available within the institution to develop themselves academically and professionally.
The Pro Chancellor, Dr (Mrs) Akande, commended the rapid growth and development of Aletheia University, describing it as a promising institution that continues to demonstrate strong academic direction and infrastructural progress. She encouraged the new students to remain dedicated to their studies and to uphold the values of the University throughout their academic journey.
A key highlight of the ceremony was the presentation of scholarships by Brentmortgage Bank to outstanding students in the 200 and 300 levels. The scholarship initiative was introduced to reward academic excellence and encourage high performance among students. Beneficiaries were selected based on merit, reinforcing the University’s commitment to recognising and supporting academic achievement.
The ceremony also featured a Tree Planting Exercise, organised as part of the institution’s sustainability agenda. The exercise symbolised growth, environmental responsibility and the University’s long term commitment to creating a green and sustainable campus environment. The Pro Chancellor officially led the planting of a commemorative tree, joined by members of the Governing Council and senior management.
The event was widely described as colourful, well organised and inspiring, with students expressing excitement at being formally inducted into the University community. The ceremony also highlighted the institution’s focus on combining academic excellence with character development, sustainability and external partnerships.
Aletheia University continues to position itself as a fast growing private institution committed to producing graduates who are academically sound, morally grounded and globally competitive.
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