By Tambaya Julius, Abuja
The Rector of Vineyard Polytechnic, Dr. Ayuba Arbashi Ibrahim, has handed down strong Warning to students and staff of the Polytechnic to adhere to the laws governing the institution, saying that defaulter would not be spared from facing the full wrath of the law.
Dr. Arbashi gave the warning while Speaking at the institution’s matriculation event, Friday, at Kuchikau, Karu Local government area of Nasarawa State.
In his speech, Arbashi set a strict tone for both newly admitted and old students as well as the staff of the institution, declaring that discipline, morality and compliance with institutional rules would be non-negotiable.
In one of the major policy pronouncements, the rector banned all forms of opposite-sex visitation in student hostels with immediate effect, describing the move as necessary to maintain order and protect students.
“By the authority conferred on me… I have banned opposite-sex visitation in the hostel,” he said.
He also linked academic progression to financial compliance, stressing that as a private institution, the polytechnic depends on school fees to operate.
According to him, students who fail to meet payment requirements will be barred from sitting for examinations and from accessing their results.
Arbashi extended his tough stance to members of staff, issuing a stern warning to lecturers against sexual harassment or any form of exploitation of students.
He vowed that any offender would face the full weight of the law.
Addressing the matriculating students, the Rector outlined a comprehensive code of conduct, including compulsory lecture attendance, strict adherence to a dress code, and zero tolerance for examination malpractice, cultism, gangsterism and fighting.
He warned female students against what he described as indecent dressing and prohibited male students from keeping dreadlocks or long beards, signaling strict enforcement of appearance standards.
The rector also cautioned students against late-night movements, citing security concerns in the surrounding environment, and urged them to remain vigilant at all times.
Arbashi acknowledged the support of the host community, expressing appreciation to residents for accommodating the institution and calling for continued collaboration to ensure security and a conducive learning atmosphere.
He equally thanked parents for entrusting their children to the institution, urging them to play their part by ensuring prompt payment of fees and supporting the school’s disciplinary framework.
The ceremony marked the formal admission of the new students into the polytechnic, with the Rector reaffirming the institution’s commitment to delivering quality, skills-based education under a regime of strict discipline.
