FUPRE Vice-Chancellor Urges Discipline and Innovation as 2,390 Students Matriculate

The Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun (FUPRE), Delta State, formally matriculated 2,390 new students for the 2025/2026 academic session on Monday, January 26, 2026.

At the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor addressed the new cohort, highlighting the values essential for success within the university and the global energy industry.

Key Messages to the Matriculants:

• Discipline: Students were urged to uphold university regulations and maintain high personal and academic standards.

• Innovation: Reflecting FUPRE’s role as Nigeria’s premier petroleum university, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized the importance of creative thinking and problem-solving to meet evolving energy sector demands.

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• Academic Excellence: Matriculants were encouraged to pursue rigorous study and strive for top academic performance throughout their university journey.

The ceremony officially marks the start of the students’ academic journey, preparing them to become future leaders and innovators in the energy and engineering sectors. The university administration expressed confidence that the comprehensive training at FUPRE will equip students with the skills necessary to contribute meaningfully to national development.