- Students violating the dress code or other rules will face severe sanctions, while those involved in anti-social groups will be expelled and handed over to security agencies
Ekiti State Polytechnic in Isan Ekiti has banned tattered jeans, rubber slippers, sagging trousers, body tattoos, and earrings for males, as well as hair coloring and similar practices on campus.
The institution also announced a zero-tolerance policy towards anti-social groups, particularly cult memberships.
Students violating the dress code or other rules will face severe sanctions, while those involved in anti-social groups will be expelled and handed over to security agencies.
This announcement was made by the Rector, Prof. Kayode Adesodun, during the fourth matriculation ceremony for new students on Monday.
He said, “Wearing tattered or overly casual jeans, rubber slippers, sagging trousers, body tattoos, earrings for males, hair colouring, and other similar practices are strictly prohibited on campus and will result in serious sanctions.
“The polytechnic encourages all students to dress in accordance with accepted standards, while any inappropriate exposure of body parts will be met with strict sanctions.
“The security unit has been authorised to apprehend offenders for necessary action.”
The rector further warned the fresh and returning students, saying “The polytechnic does not condone the activities of any anti-social group. Membership in cult groups is forbidden and offenders will be promptly expelled and handed over to security agencies.
“The greatest disservice you can do to us as staff and to your parents/guardians is to engage in activities that may lead to your expulsion from this Institution.
“Therefore, I urge you to resist any temptation to join clandestine groups that promote violence and deviant behaviour.
“Say no to cultism, as it is a path to self-destruction; avoid examination malpractice, and ensure prompt payment of your school fees personally and not through proxies.”