Caleb University’s Vice Chancellor warns that relying fully on AI could weaken students’ thinking.
He urges learners to use technology as support while building real knowledge through study.
The Vice-Chancellor of Caleb University, Imota, Prof. Olalekan Asikhia, has advised students to use Artificial Intelligence only as a support tool and not as a replacement for learning.
Speaking at a media briefing on the university’s progress, Asikhia said the growing reliance on AI could weaken students’ thinking ability and harm their academic growth. He also appealed to the Federal Government to extend TETFUND support to private universities to boost research.
According to him, the exclusion of private institutions from the fund affects national development because many lecturers struggle to continue research without financial support.
He said the country cannot achieve its full potential by focusing only on federal and state institutions when private universities also contribute to human and environmental development.
The VC expressed worry about exam malpractice in the country and called for strong measures to stop the problem. He warned that the continued abuse of shortcuts in education could weaken the quality of future professionals.
“We must start correcting it now. If care is not taken, we will end up producing medical doctors who harm patients instead of caring for them,” he said.
Asikhia urged parents to keep their children away from so-called miracle schools that encourage cheating. He stressed that students should earn their results through study so they can build real knowledge that benefits the nation.
The Vice-Chancellor added that while the institution supports the use of technology, students must not rely entirely on AI because it can create “intellectual bankruptcy.”
He also highlighted his seven-point agenda aimed at improving learning and personal development. He said the plan will be implemented in phases to help every student reach their full potential.
