New students of Redeemer’s College of Technology and Management (RECTEM), Mowe, Ogun State, have been urged to avoid misconduct and focus on discipline and practical skill development as they begin the 2025/2026 academic session.
The Rector, Dr. Oladunni Izobo-Martins, gave the charge during the institution’s matriculation ceremony held on Friday.
She warned students to shun examination malpractice, cultism, harassment, drug abuse, vandalism and other forms of misconduct.
“Examination malpractice, cultism, harassment, drug abuse, vandalism and other forms of misconduct are strictly prohibited and attract appropriate sanctions,” she said.
Izobo-Martins stressed that the institution does not compromise on discipline and integrity.
She reminded the students that the matriculation ceremony formally admits them into the polytechnic community.
“Today’s ceremony signifies your formal admission into this Polytechnic. By this process, you are now recognised as bona fide students, subject to our academic regulations and code of conduct,” she stated..
Congratulating the students for meeting National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) admission requirements, she urged them to use the opportunity responsibly.
According to her, polytechnic education is practice-oriented, skills-driven and industry-focused.
She explained that RECTEM runs its programmes in line with NBTE minimum standards, with strong emphasis on combining theory with hands-on training.
“Our programmes place priority on continuous assessment, workshop and laboratory competence, entrepreneurship development and industrial exposure,” she added.
As part of efforts to strengthen practical learning, the Rector disclosed that the institution has established a product exhibition showroom.
The showroom features students’ works in areas such as textiles, salon services, shoemaking, web design and crafts.
She also announced the commencement of the RECTEM Solar Hub, commissioned recently.
“The Solar Hub provides hands-on training in solar sales, installation and maintenance, in response to emerging industry needs,” she said.
Izobo-Martins noted that participation in the Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is mandatory.
“Satisfactory performance in SIWES, continuous assessment and final examinations remains a core requirement for graduation, as stipulated by NBTE,” she said.
She further encouraged students to take advantage of the institution’s partnership with New Horizons for ICT certification, describing it as a move to boost graduate employability and industry relevance.
Addressing parents and guardians, the Rector appreciated their trust in the institution and assured them of a safe and conducive learning environment.
She reaffirmed management’s commitment to strengthening academic delivery, sustaining NBTE compliance and repositioning the polytechnic for excellence and impact.
Also speaking at the ceremony, the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, represented by Mr. Abdulhammed Hakeem, said JAMB’s responsibility is to conduct matriculation examinations and ensure proper placement of qualified candidates.
He noted that all admissions must pass through the Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) and confirmed that the admissions had been verified as genuine.
Special Assistant to Pastor Enoch Adeboye on Administration, Oladele Balogun, represented by Emmanuel Otuokere, advised the students to maintain the right attitude to achieve success.
He urged them to have the “right attitude to attain the right altitude.”
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