The management of the Federal University, Lokoja (FUL), has announced that students who fail to meet a minimum of 75 per cent class attendance will not be permitted to sit for semester examinations.
The Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, made this known on Friday during the university’s 14th matriculation ceremony for newly admitted students.
According to him, class attendance is a compulsory requirement and not a matter of choice for students of the university.
“Any student who records less than 75 per cent attendance in lectures will be disqualified from writing examinations at the end of the semester,” Akinwumi said.
“Attendance is mandatory, and students are expected to fully comply with this regulation.”
The Vice-Chancellor also cautioned students against examination misconduct and other forms of academic malpractice, stressing that the university would not tolerate such behaviour.
“The university operates a zero-tolerance policy for examination malpractice. Sanctions for offenders are severe, and students are advised to conduct themselves responsibly,” he warned.
Akinwumi further urged students to embrace discipline and accountability, noting that university education demands seriousness and commitment.
“Studentship comes with responsibility. You are expected to take your academic work seriously and shun all forms of indiscipline,” he said.
He also warned against drug abuse and substance use, describing them as destructive habits capable of ruining lives and academic futures.
In addition, the Vice-Chancellor advised students to adhere strictly to the institution’s dress code and to remain security-conscious at all times by reporting suspicious activities to appropriate authorities.
For the 2025/2026 academic session, a total of 9,097 students were officially matriculated into the university, having met the requirements of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board as well as the university’s screening process.
Akinwumi said the number reflected the institution’s commitment to merit and academic excellence.
“The quality of students admitted this session underscores the competitive nature of our admission process and our dedication to maintaining high academic standards,” he added.
