By Magba Nancy

The Vice-Chancellor of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, Professor Samuel O. Asagba, has announced a ban on all sign-out parties and other forms of unruly celebrations within the university campuses as part of measures to strengthen security and maintain order during the ongoing 2025/2026 second semester and final-year examinations.

The directive was contained in the university’s Official Bulletin, dated Monday, August 3, 2026, and is directed particularly at final-year students who traditionally organize sign-out celebrations after completing their examinations.

According to the bulletin, the Vice-Chancellor said the decision was informed by security concerns, intelligence reports, and the need to safeguard lives and property within the university community.

Professor Asagba noted that the university would not permit any activity capable of disrupting peace, endangering lives, or compromising the security of students, staff, and visitors.

The bulletin advised all students, especially final-year students, to desist from organizing or participating in sign-out parties or any form of unruly celebration on any of the university’s campuses.

It further stated that any student found violating the directive would be deemed to have committed misconduct and would face disciplinary measures in accordance with the university’s regulations.

The sanctions, according to the bulletin, include rustication for up to two semesters, as provided in the Students’ Union Constitution and other extant university regulations.

To ensure strict compliance, Professor Asagba directed the university’s security personnel to arrest and hand over any student found violating the directive for appropriate disciplinary action.

The Vice-Chancellor emphasized that the policy is part of his administration’s commitment to maintaining a peaceful academic environment and ensuring that the examination period is free from activities capable of threatening public safety or disrupting university operations.

While acknowledging the excitement that accompanies the completion of academic programmes, the university maintained that celebrations must be conducted responsibly and in ways that do not interfere with the rights, safety, and well-being of others.

The latest directive underscores the university management’s resolve to uphold discipline and protect lives and property across the institution as the academic session gradually comes to an end.

Members of the university community have been urged to comply fully with the directive, as management warned that no student found violating the order would be exempt from the prescribed disciplinary process.

By Favour Asiugure

The Faculty of Science and Technology at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has intensified efforts to promote research, innovation and academic excellence as part of the institution’s commitment to producing graduates equipped to address contemporary scientific and technological challenges.

The renewed drive comes amid recent developments within the university, including administrative appointments, research initiatives and sustained efforts to improve the quality of teaching and learning.

University authorities have reiterated their commitment to strengthening science-based education through improved collaboration among departments, enhanced laboratory experiences and greater participation in research activities.

Academic staff within the faculty have encouraged students to embrace research as an essential component of their academic journey.

According to lecturers, practical knowledge and innovative thinking remain vital in preparing graduates for careers in science, technology and related industries.

The faculty has also continued to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration among departments, enabling students and researchers to work together on projects aimed at solving real-life environmental, industrial and technological problems.

This approach is expected to improve the university’s research output while exposing students to modern scientific methods and emerging technologies.

Students interviewed on campus,one of them named Chukwuyenum Abigail welcomed the initiative, describing it as a positive step toward improving the quality of education in the faculty.

She expressed optimism that increased investment in research facilities and practical learning would better prepare them for employment and postgraduate studies.

One final-year student named Okonta Confidence,noted that greater emphasis on laboratory work and research has enhanced students’ understanding of classroom concepts.

According to the student, exposure to practical experiments has increased confidence in applying scientific knowledge to real-world situations.

University administrators have equally reaffirmed their commitment to creating an enabling environment for academic excellence through continuous staff development, quality assurance and the adoption of innovative teaching strategies.

The management believes that strengthening research culture remains critical to achieving the institution’s vision of becoming a leading centre of excellence in higher education.

Education stakeholders have commended DELSU’s sustained investment in research and innovation, describing science and technology as key drivers of national development.

They urged government agencies, private organisations and alumni to partner with the university in providing modern laboratories, research grants and technological equipment that would further enhance learning and scientific discovery.

As universities across Nigeria continue to adapt to changing global educational standards, the Faculty of Science and Technology at DELSU is positioning itself to remain competitive through innovation, research excellence and practical training.

The initiative is expected to produce graduates with the technical competence, critical thinking skills and entrepreneurial mindset required to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s scientific and technological advancement.

With the university maintaining its focus on academic quality and institutional development, members of the university community remain optimistic that the faculty will continue to record significant achievements in research, innovation and community service in the coming academic sessions.

By Amogbokpa Ovie

Tensions have reached a boiling point at Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, after the Students’ Union Government (SUG) issued a stern 24-hour ultimatum to the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, demanding the immediate and unconditional release of several students arrested on campus grounds.

Midnight Arrests Trigger OutrageAccording to an official letter stamped received by the Delta State Police Command on July 22, 2026, the incident occurred around 10:00 PM on the night of July 21st.

Campus intelligence indicates that a group of undergraduates were rounded up without warrants or stated offenses and subsequently transferred to Asaba.

The arrests come at a critical time, as the university is preparing to commence its Second Semester Examinations in less than two weeks.

In the official notice signed by SUG Executive President Amb. Barr. Comr. Kingsley Ovedje Dumuje and Secretary General Hon. Comr. Oliseyum Victory, the union condemned the police action as an arbitrary infringement on the students’ rights.

“These arrests were conducted without the display of a warrant and, to the best of our knowledge, were executed under circumstances that suggest no immediate offense was committed… It raises a serious alarm regarding the safety of students and the protection of their rights to liberty” he said.

Threat of Mass Protesting

Aacknowledging the duty of law enforcement to maintain public order, the SUG emphasized that random nocturnal arrests only serve to breach the peace and endanger the academic futures of students preparing for exams.

The Executive Council warned that if the arrested students are not released unconditionally within 24 hours, the union will mobilize the entire student body for a historic action across the state.

“If our request is not acknowledged and resolved within the next 24 hours, the Students’ Union Government will have no option but to mobilize the student body for what would be the largest peaceful protest in the history of this state to demand justice and the protection of our educational rights.”

The official demand letter has been copied to key government and security institutions, including: The Delta State Government & Department of State Services (DSS), The Commissioner of Higher Education, The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), National and Zonal Leadership, University Management and the General Public.

As the 24-hour clock ticks down, the entire Abraka community remains on edge, awaiting an official response from the Delta State Police Command in Asaba.