By Enyinnaya Omoke, Abakaliki.
The management of David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences (DUFUHS), Uburu, Ebonyi State, has declared zero tolerance for cultism, examination malpractice and other forms of indiscipline within the university community.
The Vice Chancellor of the institution, Distinguished Professor Jesse Uneke, made this known during the grand finale of the orientation programme for newly admitted students, where he warned that any student found violating the university’s rules and regulations would face severe disciplinary measures, including expulsion.
Professor Uneke stated that DUFUHS was established to train highly qualified medical and health professionals in line with global best practices, stressing that discipline, character development and respect for constituted authority are non-negotiable values in the institution.
He noted that the university’s motto is anchored on Excellence, Scholarship and Productivity, adding that the rules and regulations guiding the institution are firm and unforgiving when violated. According to him, DUFUHS has no room for academic bullying, indiscipline or misconduct, as the university is focused on producing world-class professionals and exceptional leaders.
The Vice Chancellor further explained that the mission of the university is to serve humanity with the highest level of professionalism, ethics and excellence by training competent health and allied professionals who will contribute to improved health outcomes through the delivery of high-quality, efficient and cost-effective healthcare services.
Speaking on campus security, the Director of Security Services, Dr. Ogbonnaya Okoro, emphasized the importance of security awareness and surveillance in a university environment.
He cautioned students to strictly adhere to school rules, noting that ignorance of the law would not be accepted as an excuse for wrongdoing.
Dr. Okoro revealed that the university has zero tolerance for cultism, drug abuse, fighting, stealing, arrogance, examination malpractice and other social vices, warning that any student found culpable would be sanctioned or expelled from the institution.
He also advised students to avoid breaching security protocols and engaging in careless behaviours capable of endangering lives and property, such as using mobile phones while walking on the road, staying outside hostels beyond 10:00 p.m., entering restricted or uncompleted buildings and loitering in isolated areas.
Students were urged to respect all staff members of the university, including cleaners.
In his remarks, the University Librarian, Dr. Kingsley Igwe, called on students to respect constituted authority and be their brother’s keeper, stressing that security is the collective responsibility of all members of the university community.
He warned against cultism, bullying, absenteeism from lectures and other unruly behaviours that could jeopardize students’ academic careers.
The orientation programme featured lectures, interactive question-and-answer sessions, as well as royal blessings from the traditional rulers of Uburu.
