Babcock University Matriculates 3,223 Students, Honors 2023 UTME Top Scorer
Babcock University in Ogun State recently matriculated 3,223 undergraduate students and honored top performers from the 2023 UTME and JUPEB programs.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
Babcock University, situated in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, marked a significant milestone as it welcomed 3,223 undergraduate students into its fold during the recent matriculation ceremony. Among the highlights of the event was the recognition bestowed upon Kelvin Eke, a standout Software Engineering student, who clinched the highest score of 349 in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
In addition to Eke's achievement, several other students were also commended for their exceptional performance in the 2023 Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB) program. Miss Eunice Alade from the Department of Economics, Deborah Adebajo representing Software Engineering, and Saviour Bassey from the Computer Science department were lauded for their outstanding scores, each achieving a perfect 15 out of 15 points.
The President and Vice Chancellor of Babcock University, Prof. Ademola Tayo, underscored the significance of the matriculation exercise, emphasizing its role in familiarizing new students with the institution's core values and guiding principles. He emphasized the university's vision of nurturing servant leaders who contribute positively to society.
Addressing the fresh cohort of students, Prof. Tayo urged them to adhere to the institution's rules and actively engage in all university activities. He encouraged them to cultivate problem-solving skills and engage in research, highlighting the importance of intellectual curiosity and innovation.
Furthermore, Prof. Tayo urged the students to pursue excellence and personal growth, emphasizing the value of setting one's own standards and goals. He advised them to focus not only on academic achievements but also on acquiring practical skills that would be beneficial in their future endeavors.
In his closing remarks, Prof. Tayo emphasized the importance of lifelong learning and self-reflection, urging students to continually assess their values and aspirations. He encouraged them to embrace diversity and engage in meaningful interactions that would enrich their educational experience.
The matriculation ceremony at Babcock University serves as a reminder of the institution's commitment to academic excellence and character development, laying a solid foundation for the new students' educational journey. As they embark on this new chapter, they are encouraged to embrace the university's values and strive for personal and academic fulfillment.
