Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa, on Thursday matriculated over 2,000 new students into its National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The ceremony, held at the institution’s auditorium, marked the official induction of the students after they took the matriculation oath administered by the Acting Registrar.
The Acting Rector of the institution, Dr. ’Gbade Akinteye, in his address, congratulated the new students and described the matriculation as the beginning of an important journey in their academic and personal development. He urged the freshers to embrace discipline, focus on their studies, and make responsible choices throughout their stay on campus.
Dr. Akinteye highlighted the remarkable progress the institution has made under the administration of Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, noting that the Polytechnic has enjoyed a stable and uninterrupted academic calendar over the last few years. He added that the consistent academic schedule has strengthened public confidence in the institution and improved its national reputation.
He also emphasized landmark achievements such as the hosting of the Polytechnic’s maiden inaugural lecture, the steady increase in student enrollment, and the full accreditation and re-accreditation of several academic programmes by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). According to him, these developments have expanded the institution’s academic offerings and improved the employability prospects of its graduates.
The Acting Rector further celebrated the Polytechnic’s national recognition, recalling that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) ranked Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic as the 3rd Best Polytechnic in Nigeria in 2024. He described the ranking as a “clear testimony of our commitment to excellence, discipline, and quality service delivery.”
Dr. Akinteye also mentioned infrastructure upgrades, including the completion of two new lecture room blocks to support the growing student population, as well as improved staff welfare and faster NYSC mobilization for HND graduates.
“As you begin your journey with us, I urge you to make use of every opportunity this institution offers,” he told the matriculating students. “Attend your classes, stay disciplined, join productive activities, and prepare yourselves for the competitive world ahead. We are committed to giving you a peaceful and conducive environment that will help you succeed.”
The event was well attended by dignitaries, including members of the Management Team, Heads of Departments and Units, Directors, and members of the Students Union Government. Also present were Mr. Ismail Babatunde from the JAMB Zonal Office, Ibadan, and CSP Oludare Julius, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Eruwa Division, who joined other guests, including parents, guardians, and members of the press, to witness the colourful ceremony.
