Hon. Lucky Johnson of the Abia State House of Assembly has attended the 44th matriculation ceremony of Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, where he joined other dignitaries to formally welcome newly admitted students into the institution.
The lawmaker was accompanied by his colleagues, Hon. Okoro Uchenna Kalu, and Hon. Anderson Akaliro. The colourful ceremony, held at the university pavilion, drew members of the academic community, parents, guardians, and well-wishers who gathered to witness the formal admission of the fresh students.
Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Hon. Johnson congratulated the matriculating students on their successful admission into one of the state’s foremost institutions of higher learning. He described their admission as a significant milestone and the beginning of a new phase of intellectual and personal development.
He urged the students to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to their studies, noting that university education offers not only academic knowledge but also opportunities for character building and leadership development. According to him, the years spent in the university should be maximized for self-improvement, innovation, and preparation for future responsibilities.
Hon. Johnson also emphasized the importance of upholding the values and rules of the institution, encouraging the students to shun all forms of misconduct that could jeopardize their academic pursuits. He reminded them that excellence, integrity, and hard work remain key pillars for success in any chosen field.
The presence of Hon. Okoro Uchenna Kalu, who oversees education matters in the State Assembly, underscored the legislature’s continued interest in the development of the education sector in Abia State. Hon. Anderson Akaliro also joined in celebrating the new students and reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to policies that promote quality education.
The 44th matriculation ceremony marks another chapter in ABSU’s long-standing tradition of nurturing future leaders and professionals. The event featured the administration of the matriculation oath and the formal induction of the students into the academic community.
Parents and guardians expressed optimism about the future of their children, while university authorities charged the new intakes to pursue academic excellence and uphold the institution’s reputation.
The ceremony ended on a celebratory note, with renewed hope that the newly admitted students will distinguish themselves in scholarship and character throughout their stay at the university.
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