I am honored to welcome you to New City University, and I congratulate you on this significant achievement of being admitted to our highly esteemed University

Your time here is an opportunity for development and immense growth, both academically and personally.

I encourage you to actively participate in your studies, engage in extracurricular activities, and explore the diverse resources and opportunities available to you to be above your equals.

Remember that learning is a lifelong process, and every experience, both in and out of the classroom, laboratories, studios, and workshops, contribute to your development and community building. 

We are a community built on unity and diversity, and I encourage you to embrace the unique perspectives and talents of your fellow students. Please note that we have instructed all our staff both academic and non-academic to continue to play the role of in-loco parentis throughout your studies in this University.

We are committed to an institution fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where you can thrive academically and in all areas of your future endeavours and as earlier stated in the address of the Chancellor, I hereby reiterate as part of our commitment in the promotion of pedagogical purity in higher education in Nigeria, we will provide adequate facilities for your general well-being including security, water, electricity, medical assistance throughout your stay in New City University.

As members of this New City University, we expect you to uphold the highest standards of respect, integrity, and responsibility.

You are the future leaders, innovators, bridge builders and change makers of our world, and we have every confidence in your ability to make a positive impact.

As you embark on this new chapter, I urge you to make the most of your time here and leave your mark on New City University soil and the world. Be rest assured on this new chapter that limitless opportunities await you.

See you at the topmost top.

Prof. Ralph A. Akinfeleye, Ph.D, FNIPR, FNGE, FCIDS

Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council