The Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Bells University of Technology, Ota, Jeremiah Ojediran, has warned new students of the institution to eschew vices such as drug abuse and cyberbullying to avoid rustication.

Mr Ojediran gave the warning during the institution’s 21st matriculation ceremony, held on Saturday in Ota.

He explained that the university had zero tolerance for any form of drug abuse, cyber-bullying or physical bullying, adding that those found complicit would face the wrath of the institution.

He noted that the institution is interested in building students into whole individuals, with full respect for their well-being and the opinions and rights of fellow students.

“The University’s management has approved on -the-spot tests for substance abuse, and any student who tests positive would bear the full brunt of the prescribed punishment,” he said.

The VC urged the students to obey the institution’s rules and regulations and to verify all information before taking any action.

“There is a need for you to stay within the set of rules and regulations to prevent you from getting into trouble,” he said.

Mr Ojediran enjoined the students to make good use of their time while in school, to impact positively on the larger society.

He noted that today’s event marked the conclusion of activities to formalise their studentship at the citadel of learning.

The VC reiterated the university’s commitment to ensuring that students receive the best education, learning, and the acquisition of the necessary skills that would make graduates relevant in society.

He urged parents to instil the spirit of hard work in their wards, adding that it is the only fulfilling way to get actual value in life.

1,900 students, comprising 1,107 undergraduates and 793 postgraduates, were matriculated for the 2025/2026 academic session.

(NAN)