The Lagos State University (LASU) on Monday matriculated 14,893 newly admitted students, with a strong warning that anyone found engaging in cultism or other social vices will face stiff disciplinary action.
Addressing the new intakes during the 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony at the university’s Ojo main campus, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, urged them to be law-abiding, disciplined and focused on their academic pursuits.
“It is with great pleasure and appreciation to Almighty God that I welcome everyone to the 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony for the newly admitted students of our world-class university,” she said.
The VC reminded the freshers that the institution maintains strict rules and expects full compliance.
“As young men and women desirous of a brighter future, it is expected that you abide by the university’s rules and regulations and remain committed to your studies. Be regular in attending lectures, carry out all your assignments, shun deviant behaviours, avoid indecent dressing and carefully select your friends,” she said, stressing that LASU has zero tolerance for cultism.
She further warned the students to steer clear of examination malpractice, hooliganism, corruption and related offences, noting that those found culpable “will be dealt with in line with the university’s disciplinary mechanisms.”
Prof. Olatunji-Bello congratulated the matriculating students, describing them as privileged.
“A total of 14,893 were admitted out of over 70,000 applicants. You must count yourselves very lucky to be among the very few admitted,” she said, urging them to devote themselves fully to their studies.
She described LASU as a student-centered institution committed to producing generational leaders, adding that the university provides an enabling environment for academic and personal development.
The VC also assured the freshers of adequate security on campus and encouraged them to promptly report suspicious activities.
Prof. Olatunji-Bello emphasized the university’s commitment to character development and its zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence, noting that the institution has established the Directorate of Response and Prevention of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.
“Do not keep silent when you are harassed or assaulted in any manner. If you see something, say something,” she advised.