Babcock University has introduced stricter grooming and dress code regulations for students, abolishing all “hair-pass” permits and warning that violators will face disciplinary action.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the university announced the immediate cancellation of all hair-pass tags, declaring them illegal, invalid, and no longer recognised on any of its campuses.
The statement, signed by the Vice President for Student Development, Olanivi Arije, stressed that no document now authorises students to maintain unapproved hairstyles.
“The use, circulation, or recognition of hair-pass in any form is henceforth outlawed at Babcock University with immediate effect,” the management stated.
The new regulations will take effect from the start of the second semester in January and will be enforced strictly across all campuses.
Students currently in possession of any form of hair-pass or exemption have been directed to discontinue their use immediately. Management warned that any student found presenting or relying on such documents will be investigated and sanctioned if found culpable.
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Under the revised guidelines, male students are prohibited from wearing voluminous or unkempt hair, dreadlocks, or beards, while female students are barred from hairstyles considered extreme, indecent, or inconsistent with the institution’s standards.
The university also imposed tighter restrictions on dressing, banning body-hugging outfits, sleeveless blouses or dresses, sagging trousers, and excessively baggy, boot-cut, or over-length trousers.
In addition, the use of scarves with corporate or official academic wear has been restricted at certain times, while clothing such as bubu, danshiki, joggers, sportswear, and walk-out attire has been prohibited during stipulated periods.
Babcock University cautioned that any student found in possession of prohibited items or appearing in violation of the guidelines will face disciplinary measures.
“The University will not entertain excuses, appeals, or claims of ignorance. All students are expected to resume fully compliant with these regulations,” the statement added.
