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From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki
The management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State has warned students of the school against cultism, examination malpractice, indecent/improper dressing, ‘sex-for-marks’, extortion, sexual harassment, and other unethical behaviours.
The management said the university has zero tolerance for the behaviours which undermine its values of excellence and integrity and would not hesitate to sanction anyone found guilty of any of the behaviours.
The Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Daniel Nwachukwu, stated this at the university during the institution’s 14th matriculation ceremony, yesterday. A total of 5,227 newly admitted students were formally admitted into the university during the ceremony.
He told the students that the university was committed to creating a safe and supportive environment and implored them to uphold the highest standards of conduct and respect for one another, especially the staff and people of the host community.
Nwachukwu disclosed that the university shall introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its academic curriculum to ensure that the students are abreast with the dynamics of the emerging world.
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“AE-FUNAI has zero tolerance for cultism, examination malpractice, indecent/improper dressing, ‘sex-for-marks’, extortion, sexual harassment, and other unethical behaviours. These actions undermine our core values of excellence and integrity, and it will be punished accordingly as encapsulated in the students' handbook and other regulations guiding the university.
“Please, report any of the above offences to the appropriate university authorities (Chief Security Officer (CSO), Dean, Students’ Affairs, Director, SERVICOM, etc) and we assure you of prompt action, and the protection of your identity. We also have suggestion boxes around the campus; feel free to drop your complaints, and it will be dealt with expeditiously.
“Our university is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for you. We expect you to uphold the highest standards of conduct and respect for one another, especially the staff and people of the host community.
“As students, you are not just here to earn a degree; you are here to become leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Develop your skills, broaden your perspectives, make new friends, and ensure you make meaningful contributions to society in your various disciplines and beyond. The world is rapidly changing, and we must adapt to stay ahead. Embrace technology, think critically and out-of-the-box, build enterprising and mutually-rewarding relationships, and be creative in your approach to problem-solving.
“Consequently, as Vice-Chancellor, we shall introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our academic curriculum to ensure that our students are abreast with the dynamics of the emerging world. I have already made this known to the members of the University Senate while delivering my inaugural senate address, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
“Your success is our priority. We will provide you with the resources and support you need to excel. Under my leadership, the university shall reward excellent, innovative, and hardworking students who excel in their academic activities and other rewarding areas. Therefore, it is up to you to seize the opportunities available and make the most of your time here,” he told the students.
