Residence policies
These rules help keep Ebenezer Residence safe, comfortable, and fair for every student. By living here or holding an approved application, you agree to follow them. Administration may update this list; changes apply once published in the student portal.
Treat fellow residents, staff, and neighbours with courtesy at all times.
Harassment, discrimination, fighting, or threatening behaviour is not tolerated.
Keep noise reasonable so others can rest and study, especially during quiet hours.
Use common areas responsibly and leave them clean for the next person.
Follow instructions from residence staff regarding safety and emergencies.
Corridors, stairwells, lounges, and other shared spaces belong to everyone—keep them safe, tidy, and usable.
Keep common areas clean; dispose of trash properly and do not leave personal items blocking walkways.
Do not wash clothes along corridors or in shared spaces not designated for laundry.
Do not hang or spread clothes on corridor railings or similar fixtures.
After a warning, administration may impose a penalty or fine for continued violations.
Cultism is strictly prohibited. The residence acts immediately on credible reports together with law enforcement and the university.
Cultism is strictly prohibited on residence premises and in any activity connected to your stay at Ebenezer Residence.
Do not participate in, recruit for, intimidate others on behalf of, or conceal cult-related activity.
Report suspected cult activity immediately to residence staff, the Nigeria Police, and Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) authorities.
When reports are credible, staff will involve the Police and school authorities without delay; residents must cooperate with investigations.
Violations may lead to immediate removal from the residence and referral to law enforcement and the university.
Ebenezer Residence is a smoke-free, drug-free environment for the health and safety of every resident.
Smoking, vaping, shisha, and all tobacco or nicotine products are prohibited in rooms, corridors, bathrooms, stairwells, and common areas.
Do not smoke or vape at windows, doorways, balconies, or anywhere on residence premises unless administration designates a specific outdoor area in writing.
Possession, use, sale, or distribution of illegal drugs is strictly forbidden.
Misuse of prescription medication, sharing prescription drugs, or being under the influence in a way that disturbs others or creates a safety risk is not allowed.
Report smoking or drug-related concerns to staff promptly; serious violations may lead to immediate disciplinary action.
Quiet hours are 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM daily unless administration announces otherwise.
During quiet hours, avoid loud music, parties, or activities that disturb other rooms.
Headphones are required for entertainment in shared spaces after 10:00 PM.
Register visitors at the front desk or with on-duty staff when required.
You are responsible for your guests' behaviour and compliance with residence rules.
Overnight guests must be approved in advance; unregistered overnight stays are not allowed.
Visitors must leave the premises by 10:00 PM unless an exception is granted in writing.
Do not share keys, access cards, or entry codes with anyone outside your assigned room.
Lock your room when you leave; report lost keys or suspicious activity immediately.
Prohibited items include weapons and open flames (candles, stoves where banned). Smoking and drugs are covered under the no smoking or drugs policy.
CCTV and staff patrols may be used in common areas for everyone's safety.
Only approved occupants may sleep in an assigned room; subletting is not permitted.
Report maintenance issues promptly; do not attempt unsafe electrical or structural repairs.
Do not paint walls, ceilings, doors, or fittings, and do not hang anything on walls (including posters, hooks, nails, tape, adhesive strips, or similar).
Use only freestanding furniture and items that do not attach to walls or fittings unless administration approves in writing.
Keep rooms reasonably tidy; administration may inspect with notice except in emergencies.
When you and another applicant apply as roommates, you share the same rights and the same responsibilities for your room and for keeping the residence in good order.
Each roommate is equally responsible for following all residence rules, lease terms, and staff instructions.
Both roommates have equal rights to use the assigned room and approved common areas, subject to the same policies as every resident.
You are jointly responsible for rent, fees, and charges linked to your application or room unless administration agrees in writing to different billing.
Damage, noise, visitors, or rule violations involving your room may affect both roommates, including warnings, fines, or loss of housing privileges.
Communicate with each other and with administration about move-in, guests, maintenance, and checkout; either roommate may be contacted regarding shared obligations.
If one roommate leaves or is removed, the remaining roommate must work with administration on renewal, reassignment, or vacancy—only through approved arrangements.
Pay rent, deposits, and application fees by the dates on your lease and portal notices.
Late or missed payments may affect room assignment, renewal, or continued occupancy.
Room changes and roommate arrangements must be approved by administration.
End-of-lease checkout includes room inspection; damage beyond normal wear may be charged.
Breaches may result in warnings, fines, loss of privileges, or termination of your lease.
Serious or repeated violations can lead to removal from the residence without refund.
Students may appeal disciplinary decisions in writing within the timeframe stated in the notice.
In an emergency, contact staff immediately; for life-threatening situations, call national emergency services.
Students sign these rules in the portal after approval.