Igbinedion University VC Urges Fresh Students to Pursue Excellence
Prof. Lawrence Ezemonye, Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO), urged newly admitted students for the 2024/2025 academic session to pursue excellence in their studies. During the university's orientation program in Edo State, he emphasized IUO's status as Nigeria’s premier private university with full accreditation and encouraged students to engage in meaningful interactions, maintain mutual respect, and focus on personal growth.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The Vice Chancellor of Igbinedion University, Okada (IUO), Prof. Lawrence Ezemonye, has called on newly admitted students for the 2024/2025 academic session to embrace excellence and strive for distinction in their academic pursuits.
Speaking at the institution’s Orientation Programme in Okada, Edo State, Prof. Ezemonye emphasized the prestige of joining Nigeria’s premier private university, which boasts full accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and professional bodies.
"I am excited to welcome the Class of 2024/2025. You are joining a distinguished university with a rich history and full accreditations. Our Orientation Programme is designed to introduce you to IUO's principles and practices, preparing you for the academic journey ahead," Ezemonye said.
He congratulated the fresh students on choosing IUO, describing the institution as a multi-disciplinary, inclusive, and globally competitive university that fosters digital literacy, creativity, and innovation. He encouraged the students to make the most of their time at the university by focusing on service to humanity and personal growth.
Ezemonye urged the students to engage in meaningful interactions within the IUO community, maintaining civility and mutual respect in all their conversations. He assured them that their time at IUO would be a transformative experience, helping them become future world changers and entrepreneurs.
Prof. Ezemonye's address highlighted the university's commitment to providing a dynamic learning environment where students can acquire new skills and chart their own success stories.
