By Sodiq Adelakun
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has matriculated 495 students into its Sandwich Programme for the 2023/2024 session.
The ceremony, held on September 13, 2024, saw the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, commend the students for their determination to pursue education despite the prevailing economic situation.
In her address, Professor Ogunsola, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Research), Professor Bola Oboh, encouraged the students to inspire and be role models to younger students by embracing knowledge.
The Director, Institute of Continuing Education, Professor Abigael Ogwezzy, and the Dean, Faculty of Education, Professor Simeon Oladipo, also congratulated the matriculants and charged them to commit to rigorous studies.
The students were advised to take advantage of the university’s programs and initiatives to emerge as well-rounded and fit-for-purpose individuals upon completion of their studies.
The matriculation oath was administered to the students by the acting Registrar, Mrs. Olakunle Makinde.
The 495 matriculants were admitted into various departments, including Adult Education, Arts Education, Educational Foundations, and more.