By Ndubuisi Chinenye, Ukeh Chinaza, Emeh Ifeoma And Nnadikwu Ebere

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences held its 45th Matriculation Ceremony on Friday, 20 February 2026, officially admitting the new batch of students into the programme.

The event took place at the faculty auditorium and drew a large turnout of academic staff, university officials, parents, and well-wishers who came to mark the milestone with the fresh students.

In his address, Pharmacist obinna Onuh,  welcomed the matriculants and urged them to engage fully with their studies and colleagues. He stressed that doing well in Pharmacy goes far beyond just attending lectures. “Success demands seriousness, cooperation, and real commitment,” he said. He also passed on a firm message from the Vice-Chancellor: the university has zero tolerance for cultism. He added that the pharmacy curriculum is already demanding enough to keep any serious student completely occupied, “except you are the type that does not want to read.”

The highlight of the programme was the oath-taking, administered by the Faculty Officer, Mr. Obi Nnaedozie. The new students solemnly pledged to obey the university’s rules and to uphold the ethical standards of the pharmacy profession.

Parents had their own moment during a special interactive session where they asked questions and shared advice with their children as they begin this long academic journey.

The ceremony wrapped up with everyone singing the National Anthem, followed by a closing prayer led by Dr. Okoh Ginika, Head of the Department of Pharmacognosy.

Afterwards, several of the new students shared how they felt. One called the occasion “exciting” and said it made the journey ahead feel more real and meaningful.