Principal Officers

Deans & Directors

Members of Staff

Matriculating Students

Parents and Guardians of Matriculating Students

Gentlemen of the Press

Distinguished Guests

Ladies and Gentlemen

It is with a deep sense of humility and appreciation to Almighty Allah (SWT) that I welcome you on behalf of the Management of the Federal University of Technology, Babura to the 3^rd Matriculation Ceremony of the University. The ceremony formally marks the end of the admission for the 2024/2025 Academic Session and the matriculation of One Hundred and Sixty-six (166) Students into the School of Engineering & Technology and Four Hundred and Seventy (470) Students into the School of Sciences and Information Communication Technology. Today’s ceremony is very significant as it is a statutory activity to formally admit deserving and qualified candidates who are offered admission into this great University.

A total of Nine Hundred and Sixty-three (963) candidates applied to the Federal University of Technology, Babura to study various Science and Technology Courses (13 Programmes) being offered at the University. However, out of the number, only Six Hundred and Thirty-six (636) candidates were offered admission based on their JAMB and O’level examination results. Based on this development, I want to use this opportunity to congratulate you on your success in getting admission to this University and to also recognize and commend parents and guardians who are here today, for choosing the Federal University of Technology, Babura for your wards as the Institution of their first choice out of the numerous Universities in the Country. This is a clear testimony of the confidence you reposed on us as a University.

It is worthwhile to note that the main aim of this Matriculation exercise, apart from signalling the end of the admission period for the 2024/2025 Session, is to familiarize you with the fundamental principles, core values and cultures of your great University. Our core values informed our vision which is to be a leading University of Technology excelling in teaching and research for development.

Today, we are going to matriculate a total of 636 students from Two Schools and Eight Departments as follows:

STATISTICS OF MATRICULATING STUDENTS BY SCHOOL, PROGRAMME AND SEX

The University shall continue to focus its attention on societal challenges by promoting relevant and high-quality skills that will prepare students for enhancing learning, research, development and self-reliance using the best reliable methods as enshrined in our vision.

Though your academic journey has just begun, it is imperative that the journey ends successfully. At the end of your programmes, the degrees to be awarded to you shall be based on your learning and character. For this to happen, you need to be punctual in attending your lectures, carryout all academic activities diligently, and shun deviant behaviours that can expose you and others to danger.

In addition to your academic activities, I will urge you to socialize and show respect to both staff and colleagues in the University, and equally be modest and decent in your dressings.

At this juncture, I would like to acknowledge the support we are receiving from the Federal Government, the Jigawa State Government and Babura Community in particular since the establishment of our University. However, as the saying goes “to whom much is given, much is expected”. Therefore, I wish to reiterate our determination that the University will continue to be administered in tandem with our core values, mission and vision to meet the high expectations of our stakeholders.

In conclusion, I wish to assure you of the determination of the University to provide conducive and maximum security on our campus. However, it is germane that you report any suspicious activities to the University Management. Also, note that any breach of the oath you took today will be met with appropriate sanction.

Once again, I thank you for your presence here today and pray that Allah (SWT) take you back to your respective destinations safely.

Thank you.