The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Emeritus Is-haq Oloyede, has urged students to make the best use of their time, stressing that the most important resources in life are often limited.
Speaking at the maiden matriculation ceremony of the African School of Economics (ASE) — The Pan-African University of Excellence — in Abuja, Oloyede emphasized that the core of economics, and indeed life, lies in maximizing the use of scarce resources. Regardless of their chosen fields, he advised students to anchor their personal philosophy on valuing limited opportunities.
Oloyede, a former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, also pointed out that ASE’s moderate class size offers a unique advantage for personalized learning, encouraging the pioneer students to fully exploit the opportunities available to them. He wished the university and its students success, expressing confidence that they would justify the investments made in their education.
Delivering a lecture titled “Education: The Pathway to Success in Life,” the Chairman of ASE’s Board of Trustees, Prof. Michael Maduagwu, highlighted the transformative power of education, noting that advancements in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have made learning resources more accessible than ever before. He cautioned students against unethical behaviors such as examination malpractice, bribery, cultism, and sexual harassment, urging them to uphold the highest standards of integrity at ASE.
Earlier, ASE Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mahfouz Adedimeji, in his address, “Three Principles, Six Stories,” described the university as a purpose-driven institution conceived to address Africa’s pressing challenges. He stressed ASE’s commitment to functional education through partnerships, technology, and human capital development, anchored on the university’s core values: Integrity, Discipline, Excellence, Accountability, and Service (IDEAS).
Prof. Adedimeji advised students to embrace curiosity, build resilience, and maintain focus, alongside values like faith, trust, hope, confidence, love, and a positive attitude.
“Ultimately, always remember that you are part of something greater than yourself — a legacy of excellence, a tradition of innovation, and a commitment to making the world a better place,” he said.
The ceremony also featured the administration of the matriculation oath by the Vice-Chancellor, as well as remarks from the university’s founder, Prof. Leonard Wantchecon, who shared his vision for ASE. Guests who guided and inspired the students included Dr. Soji Eniade, Director-General of the Citizenship and Leadership Training Centre; Dr. Kate Maduagwu; and Mr. Dennis Onwukwe, Deputy Registrar of the African Aviation and Aerospace University, representing the Registrar.
