EBSU ranks 6th best state university in 2023 Webometric ranking – VC

<p>The governor said that the state would not hesitate to invoke its anti-cultism law to deal with any student caught indulging in cultism and other outlawed social activities.</p>, <span>Ebonyi State University</span>, <h2>Prof. Eugene Nweke, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the Ebonyi State University (EBSU), said that the institution was ranked the sixth best state university among all the state universities in Nigeria.</h2>, <p>He added that all the verified programmes of the university had been fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and other relevant bodies.</p>, <p>Nweke disclosed this on Saturday in Abakaliki in an address delivered on behalf of Prof. Chigozie Ogbu, the Vice-Chancellor, during the 25th Matriculation ceremony held at its permanent site in Abakaliki.</p>, <p>He said: “The university is a choice institution that has consistently demonstrated its commitment to excellence and currently ranks sixth best among state universities in Nigeria in the 2023 Webometric ranking.</p>, <p>“All the verified programmes in the university are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and other relevant bodies.</p>, <p>“Over the years, this citadel of learning has produced numerous leaders of great values; captains of industries and individuals who have positively impacted the society.”</p>, <p>He enjoined the matriculants to embrace their studies and to shun cultism; examination irregularities and misconduct, drug abuse, armed robbery as well as gender-based violence.</p>, <p>“Ebonyi State University views these offences seriously and offenders will be meted appropriate punishment and prosecution where applicable.</p>, <p>“In this regard, we urge you to report any form of intimidation towards you to relevant authorities of the institution without delay for prompt action; therefore, speak out, for EBSU is here to protect and ensure your safety always,” he added.</p>, <p>“The Visitor to the University and Gov. Francis Nwifuru, and his wife, Mrs Mary-Maudline Nwifuru are eloqu