Venite University Holds Second Matriculation, Charges Fresh Students on Excellence, Leadership.
By Olamide Akinwumi.
Venite University, Iloro-Ekiti, on Wednesday, hosted its second matriculation ceremony, formally welcoming over 250 newly admitted students into its various academic programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session.
The colourful event, held at the university auditorium, marked a significant milestone in the lives of the students and reinforced the institution’s growing stature within Nigeria’s private education sector.
The ceremony was graced by a host of dignitaries, including traditional rulers, top government functionaries, academics, and community leaders, who witnessed the administration of the matriculation oath by the Registrar, Dr Ezekiel A. Agbaje. The oath-taking signified the official induction of the students into the university community.
Notable among the traditional rulers in attendance were the Oluloro of Iloro-Ekiti, Oba Oluwafemi Olugbesoye; the Oluroye of Iroko-Ekiti, Oba Sunday Ekundayo; the Alararomi of Araromi-Ekiti, Oba Babatunde; and the Olujurin of Ijurin-Ekiti, Oba Joachim Adeyemi Afolabi Ajibola. Their presence underscored the synergy between traditional institutions and educational development in Ekiti State.
Representing the wife of the Ekiti State Governor, Her Excellency Dr Olayemi Oyebanji, at the event was the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Dr Peju Babafemi. She conveyed the First Lady’s goodwill message, describing Venite University as a “rising star” in Nigeria’s private education landscape and reaffirming the state government’s commitment to supporting youth development through education.
In his keynote address, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kelvin A. Aduloju, urged the students to embrace a life of excellence, discipline, and innovation throughout their academic journey.
“We are building a new generation of leaders and thinkers,” he said. “Let your time at Venite University be marked by innovation, scholarship, and moral uprightness.”
Several scholars and guests delivered goodwill messages, advising the students to focus on academic excellence, integrity, and purposeful leadership. These included Prof Joyce Olufunke Ogunsanmi of Ekiti State University; Dr F.A. Bello and Dr O.I. Bamikole of Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI); Dr S.K. Ekundayo of Federal University Oye-Ekiti; and Prof Haastrup Ekundayo of EKSU.
Also present were the JAMB Coordinator, Mr Olukayode S. Dada; the JAMB Head of Matriculation, Mr Ishola Ganiyu Babaita; and a member of the university’s Governing Council and CEO of Value Ingredient Ltd, Prince Dr Olabode Adetoyi.
Development advocates including Hon Fola Richie-Adewusi and Hon Modupe Bakare, Chairperson of Irewolede LCDA, also inspired the freshers with words of encouragement, urging them to be goal-driven and socially responsible.
The spiritual segment of the event featured prayers and blessings led by Pastor and Pastor (Mrs) Tunde Abdullahi, Regional Pastors of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Region 25, alongside other ministers. They committed the new academic session into God’s hands.
Speaking on behalf of the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Mrs Olufunmilola I. Nwanguma charged the students to take ownership of their academic and personal development, describing them as future ambassadors of the university’s legacy.
The university founders, Hon Dr (Mrs) Vincent Kolawole, received special recognition for their vision and relentless dedication to building a world-class university in Iloro-Ekiti.
Director of Pre-Degree and Outreach Programmes, Professor Michael S. Omirin, assured parents and guardians of the university’s continued commitment to holistic student development in both academics and character.
As the ceremony concluded, the atmosphere was filled with optimism and renewed purpose. With the successful conduct of its second matriculation, Venite University continues its steady rise as a centre of academic excellence, leadership, and innovation for Ekiti State, Nigeria, and beyond.
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