Modibbo Adama University has officially matriculated a total of 8,591 undergraduate and postgraduate students for the 2025/2026 academic session, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s continued expansion and commitment to academic excellence.
The colourful matriculation ceremony, held in Yola, brought together university officials, parents, and well-wishers to formally welcome the new intakes into the academic community. The event not only celebrated the students’ admission but also underscored the responsibilities and expectations that come with being part of one of Nigeria’s growing centres of learning.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Ibrahim Umar, congratulated the newly admitted students and reminded them that gaining admission into the university is both a privilege and a responsibility.
“As you begin this journey, you have not just gained admission into a university; you are embracing responsibility, committing yourselves to academic excellence, discipline, integrity, and the pursuit of knowledge,” he stated.
Professor Umar emphasized the institution’s firm stance on discipline, warning that the university operates a zero-tolerance policy towards examination malpractice, cultism, drug abuse, and other social vices. He made it clear that any student found culpable would face strict disciplinary measures.
In highlighting the diversity of the new intake, the Vice Chancellor disclosed that the university admitted 132 international postgraduate students, reflecting its growing global appeal and academic reach. He reaffirmed the institution’s dedication to maintaining high academic standards while fostering a conducive learning environment for both local and international students.
The Vice Chancellor also used the occasion to outline key developments within the university. According to him, the institution has expanded its academic structure with the establishment of new faculties, including the Faculty of Communication and Mass Media Studies, the Faculty of Computing, and the Faculty of Arts. These additions are aimed at broadening the scope of academic programmes and aligning the university with global educational trends.
On infrastructure, Professor Umar highlighted one of the university’s most notable achievements—the provision of uninterrupted power supply across the campus. He revealed that the university now enjoys 24-hour solar-powered electricity, a development that has significantly improved teaching, learning, and research activities.
“Our most significant achievement is the provision of steady and reliable power supply across the campus. This has enhanced both learning and research activities,” he said.
He further disclosed that plans are underway to expand student accommodation, noting that additional hostel projects are already in the pipeline for the next academic session. This, he said, is part of the university’s broader strategy to match its growing student population with adequate facilities.
Addressing concerns about accommodation challenges faced by some students at the start of the session, the Vice Chancellor acknowledged the issue but assured that proactive steps have been taken to address it.
“We are not unmindful of these inconveniences, and measures are already in place to resolve them,” he added.
Professor Umar concluded by wishing the newly matriculated students a successful and fulfilling academic journey, urging them to make the most of the opportunities available to them.
“Your time in this university should be marked by excellence, growth, and meaningful achievements,” he advised.
The matriculation ceremony signals the beginning of a new academic chapter for the students and reinforces the university’s commitment to nurturing future leaders equipped with knowledge, discipline, and integrity.
