The management of KolaDaisi University (KDU), Ibadan, has officially scheduled its 9th Matriculation Ceremony for newly admitted students of the 2025/2026 academic session. This landmark event, which signifies the formal transition of applicants into full-fledged members of the university community, is set to take place on Thursday, 5th February 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. within the serene university campus located along the Ibadan-Oyo Expressway.
Venue and Significance of the Ceremony
The ceremony will be held at the prestigious Agbeke Hall, the university's central hub for high-level academic and ceremonial gatherings. For the fresh students, the matriculation ceremony is far more than a social event; it is a statutory requirement that marks the official commencement of their academic journey. During the proceedings, students will publicly take the matriculation oath, a solemn pledge of loyalty to the university's rules and a commitment to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and personal conduct.
Administrative Oversight and Rites
The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Adeniyi Olatunbosun, SAN, will preside over the ceremony. As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and a seasoned academic administrator, the Vice-Chancellor will lead the university’s principal officers in welcoming the new cohort. On behalf of the University Senate, he will administer the matriculation rites, formally admitting the students into their various faculties and departments.
This induction process is legally binding; only students who participate in the ceremony and sign the Matriculation Register are recognized as bona fide students of KolaDaisi University. This registration is a prerequisite for being assigned a permanent matriculation number, which serves as the student’s primary identifier for all examinations, transcript requests, and eventual graduation.
Requirements for Matriculating Students
To ensure a successful and orderly ceremony, the university management has issued several directives for the fresh students. All matriculants are expected to have completed their school fee payments and formal registration prior to the event date.
Furthermore, the collection of academic regalia is mandatory. Students are advised to visit their respective Faculty Officers to pick up their matriculation gowns. These gowns must be worn over formal corporate attire, reflecting the professional and scholarly atmosphere the university promotes. The university maintains a strict dress code, and students who are inappropriately dressed may be barred from participating in the academic procession or entering Agbeke Hall.
Logistics and Guest Attendance
KolaDaisi University extends a warm invitation to parents, guardians, and well-wishers to witness this significant milestone in the lives of their children and wards. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and be seated by 10:30 a.m. to avoid any disruption to the academic procession, which traditionally marks the start of the event. The university security unit will be on hand to direct traffic and manage parking within the campus to ensure the safety and convenience of all attendees.
A New Chapter of Excellence
KolaDaisi University, founded with a vision to be a world-class institution for the production of graduates with global relevance, sees this 9th matriculation as a testament to its steady growth and commitment to quality education. The Vice-Chancellor’s address during the ceremony is expected to highlight the university’s recent achievements and provide a roadmap for the new students on how to navigate the rigors of university life while taking advantage of the modern facilities and mentorship available on campus.
As the university prepares for this grand occasion, all fresh students are reminded that the matriculation oath is a call to service, excellence, and character. It marks the beginning of a partnership between the student and the institution aimed at fostering innovation and leadership in the 21st-century global economy.