ABUAD unveils dress code, matriculates students from UK, Pakistan, Sierra Leone.
ABUAD unveils dress code, matriculates students from UK, Pakistan, Sierra Leone.
The Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), has unveiled a dress code for its students, saying the policy is aimed at promoting discipline, professionalism, and a strong sense of identity tied to their chosen careers.
The university announced the policy on Tuesday during its 17th matriculation ceremony, where a total of 2,764 fresh students, including foreign students from the United Kingdom, Pakistan, and Sierra Leone, were formally admitted into various programmes.
Speaking at the ceremony held on the university campus, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Smaranda Olarinde, said the dress code was a core part of ABUAD’s culture and values, stressing that appearance plays a key role in shaping character and public perception.
She explained that male students are required to wear shirts tucked in with ties, while female students are expected to dress corporately, warning against provocative clothing, excessive jewellery, and flamboyant hairstyles.
Olarinde added that each college in the university has designated colours to reinforce identity and discipline.
She said the College of Engineering wears green, Law students wear white and black, Medicine and Health Sciences red, Pharmacy purple, Sciences light yellow, and Social and Management Sciences blue.
“Remember, the way you dress is the way you are addressed. Hold this standard proudly as part of ABUAD’s tradition,” she said.
The Vice-Chancellor reminded the new students that the university was founded on the principles of labour, service, and integrity, urging them to embrace the virtues of discipline and responsibility as they begin their academic journey.
Olarinde, who cautioned them against bad company and antisocial behaviour, stressing that university life comes with freedom that must be guided by wise choices, noted that students’ decisions would either propel them towards success or hinder their progress.
She described ABUAD as an institution driven not just by infrastructure but by students committed to learning and societal impact, adding that excellence is impossible without quality and disciplined learners.
The VC also commended parents for trusting the university with the education and development of their children, assuring them of ABUAD’s commitment to providing a disciplined, intellectually stimulating, and morally sound environment.
She said the university would continue to groom students to emerge as well-rounded individuals equipped to lead, serve, and positively impact society.
