Babcock University has introduced a revised dress and grooming policy for students ahead of its forthcoming examinations, warning that the new rules will be strictly enforced.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the Vice President for Student Development, Olanivi Arije, the university announced the abolition of all hair-pass permits previously used by some students.
According to the management, hair-pass tags—documents purportedly granting exemptions for certain hairstyles—are illegal and confer no recognised right to keep unapproved hairstyles on any of the university’s campuses.
“The use, circulation or recognition of hair-pass in any form is hereby outlawed at Babcock University with immediate effect,” the statement said.
The institution noted that the new grooming and dress regulations will take effect from the start of the second semester in January and will apply across all campuses.
Students currently in possession of any hair-pass or exemption were directed to discontinue their use immediately, with the university warning that anyone found presenting or relying on such documents would be investigated and sanctioned in line with university regulations.
Under the revised guidelines, male students are barred from keeping voluminous or unkempt hair, beards or dreadlocks, while female students are prohibited from wearing hairstyles considered extreme, indecent or inconsistent with the school’s standards.
The policy also bans body-hugging clothing, sleeveless tops or dresses, sagging trousers, as well as baggy, boot-cut or excessively long trousers. The university added that scarves must not be worn with corporate or official academic attire at certain times.
Outfits such as bubu, danshiki, joggers, sportswear and “walk-out” wear are also prohibited during specified periods on campus.
Babcock University warned that students found in possession of banned items would face disciplinary action, stressing that ignorance of the rules would not be accepted.
“The University will not entertain excuses or appeals. All students are expected to return fully compliant with these regulations,” the statement concluded.
