Covenant University, has issued directives to students if the institution which forbids them from appearing in full black clothing on campus.
The new order takes effect from next semester.
Covenant University is a faith-based private institution owned by the Living Faith Church Worldwide.
The institution announced this on Saturday on their website.
the university explained that students could combine, for instance, black cloth with any other colour, but reemphasised that any student who violates “all black” prohibition would be duly sanctioned.
The university further banned its students from wearing a brand of shoe known as Brogues shoes.
“All students should note that from next session, wearing black shirt/top on black trousers/skirt is prohibited. Black material can only be worn with other colours. Also note that shoes called “Brogues” are highly prohibited, hence all students must desist from wearing them. Erring students will be sanctioned appropriately,” the statement said.
