Historic Announcement: Maiden Matriculation Ceremony and Foundation Lecture at the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji (FUADSI)
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mufutau Olaoye Atayese, on behalf of the Management, Staff, and Students of the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji (FUADSI), is pleased to formally announce the schedule for the institution’s Maiden Matriculation Ceremony and Foundation Lecture.
This landmark event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, and represents a defining moment in the young university’s history. It officially welcomes and inducts the pioneer cohort of students into the FUADSI academic community, symbolizing the birth of a new centre of excellence dedicated to agricultural innovation, sustainable development, and national food security.
As a specialized federal institution established to address critical challenges in the agrarian sector, FUADSI is poised to become a catalyst for a modern “Green Revolution” in Nigeria. This maiden ceremony transcends a mere formal rite of passage — it launches a bold academic mission to empower students with cutting-edge knowledge, practical skills, and entrepreneurial mindsets that will drive rural transformation, enhance food security, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic diversification.
Ceremonial Itinerary
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM Prompt Venue: Take-off Site, Oke-Iragbiji, Iragbiji, Osun State
Guests, parents, and matriculants are kindly requested to arrive early and be seated by 9:30 AM to uphold the dignity and solemnity of the academic procession.
Highlights of the Day
- Foundation Lecture: The ceremony will feature a thought-provoking Foundation Lecture delivered by a distinguished scholar. This intellectual cornerstone will explore the vital intersection of agricultural technology, innovation, and Nigeria’s economic diversification. For the pioneer students, it will provide a compelling vision of their future roles as leaders in sustainable agriculture and national development.
- Matriculation Oath: The climax of the event will be the administration of the Matriculation Oath. By solemnly pledging to uphold the university’s values, rules, and academic standards, the pioneer students will formally become bona fide members of the FUADSI community. This oath grants them full access to the university’s resources, including research facilities, libraries, laboratories, and dedicated mentorship.
Guidelines for Pioneer Students
To ensure the event proceeds smoothly and successfully, all matriculants are advised to observe the following:
- Academic Regalia: Students must wear the official FUADSI academic gown, obtainable from their respective Faculty Offices upon presentation of proof of payment.
- Punctuality and Procession: Matriculants must join the official procession and be seated at the venue no later than 9:30 AM. Timeliness is essential for this historic assembly.
- Matriculation Register: Immediately after the ceremony, all students are required to sign the Official Matriculation Register. This remains the definitive legal record of enrolment for the 2025/2026 academic session and is mandatory for participation in future examinations and university activities.
Institutional Vision and the Iragbiji Advantage
Under the visionary leadership of Professor Mufutau Olaoye Atayese — a distinguished scholar and renowned expert in Plant Nutrition — FUADSI is committed to bridging the gap between theoretical research and real-world agricultural practice. The university’s programmes across the Faculties of Agriculture, Natural and Applied Sciences, and Social and Management Studies are intentionally designed to nurture “Job Creators” equipped with innovative solutions for Nigeria’s agricultural and developmental challenges.
The take-off campus at Oke-Iragbiji, complete with modern administrative facilities and specialized laboratories, signals that FUADSI is fully operational and ready to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with leading agricultural universities across Africa and beyond.
Invitation to Stakeholders
The Management of the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji cordially invites the general public, parents, guardians, policymakers, agricultural stakeholders, and well-wishers to grace this historic occasion. Your presence will add immense value to the formal induction of our pioneer students and the official launch of this promising institution.
Together, we are witnessing the birth of a legacy — one that promises to redefine agricultural education and contribute significantly to a food-secure, prosperous, and sustainable Nigeria.
Issued by: Office of the Vice-Chancellor Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji (FUADSI) Date: March 2026
