Federal University of Technology, Akure Students' Union Judicial Council

Swearing-In Ceremony

Corporate Dress Code Guidelines

All elected officials and appearing electoral representatives must adhere to these dress codes accepted by the Judicial Council for Swearing-Ins in the 2026/27 Parliamentary Session.

Dress Code for Men

English Dress

Accepted English corporate attire for the swearing-in ceremony.

  • Buttoned down short sleeve or long sleeve dress (packing) shirt.
  • Pant trousers (well-fitted, non-casual).
  • Corporate suit.
  • Waistcoat over a dress shirt.
  • Tie or bow tie is optional but encouraged.

Examples:

Man in a long-sleeve dress shirt tucked into corporate trousers, no tie
Shirt without Tie
Man in a dark two-piece corporate suit
Corporate Suit
Man in a blazer over a dress shirt
Blazer
Man in a waistcoat worn over a dress shirt
Waistcoat
Well-fitted corporate trousers
Corporate Trouser
Man in a dress shirt and tie
Shirt & Tie
Native Dress

Accepted traditional Nigerian attire for the swearing-in ceremony.

  • Agbada/Babariga.
  • Senator/Kaftan.
  • Ankara corporate style (well-tailored).
  • Any well-fitted, decent native attire.

Examples:

Man in a flowing agbada (babariga) native outfit
Agbada/Babariga
Man in a senator (kaftan) native outfit
Senator/Kaftan Style
Man in a well-tailored Ankara corporate outfit
Ankara Corporate
Footwear

Accepted footwear for both English and native dress.

  • Oxford shoes.
  • Derby shoes.
  • Brogues.
  • Loafers.
  • Dress Boots.
  • Half shoes (slip-on mules).
  • Sneakers & Canvas (clean, presentable).

Examples:

Pair of leather Oxford/Derby lace-up shoes
Oxford/Derby
Pair of leather brogue shoes
Loafers/Brogues
Pair of slip-on half shoes (mules)
Half Shoes
Pair of clean canvas sneakers
Canvas/Sneakers

Dress Code for Women

English Dress

Accepted English corporate attire for the swearing-in ceremony.

  • Buttoned down short sleeve or long sleeve dress (packing) shirt — with or without ties, jacket or blazers.
  • Chiffon top (professional style).
  • Corporate skirt (knee-length or longer).
  • Corporate trouser (well-fitted, non-casual).
  • Corporate Gown (knee-length or longer).
  • Blazer or jacket over any of the above is encouraged.

Examples:

Woman in a formal blouse
Formal Blouse
Woman in a professional chiffon top
Chiffon Top
Woman in a corporate skirt suit
Skirt Suit
Woman in well-fitted corporate trousers
Corporate Trouser
Woman in a knee-length corporate gown
Corporate Gown
Woman in a blazer outfit
Blazer Outfit
Native Dress

Accepted traditional Nigerian attire for the swearing-in ceremony.

  • Long Dress (well-fitted, decent).
  • Ankara corporate style (well-tailored).
  • Lace attire (full or partial).
  • Adire corporate style.
  • Any well-fitted, decent native attire.

Examples:

Woman in a long native gown
Native Gown
Woman in a well-tailored Ankara corporate outfit
Ankara Corporate
Woman in a lace native outfit
Lace Attire
Footwear

Accepted footwear for both English and native dress.

  • Pump shoes.
  • Loafers.
  • Boots (ankle or knee-length, corporate style).
  • Dressy flats.
  • Heels (block, stiletto or wedge).
  • Corporate covered shoes (closed-toe).

Examples:

Pair of pump heels
Pump Heels
Pair of women's corporate boots
Corporate Boots
Pair of women's loafers
Loafers
Pair of dressy flat shoes
Dressy Flats
Pair of block-heel shoes
Block Heels

Not Permitted

Slippers & Palm Sandals
Jeans or Shorts
Casual Wear
Indecent Appearance

Additional Notes

About

The Ethics and Disciplinary Committee (EDC) of the FUTASU Judicial Council is responsible for upholding standards of conduct and appearance at all official Students' Union functions, including the Swearing-In Ceremony. This dress code guide was created to help all elected officials and electoral representatives dress appropriately for the 2026/27 Parliamentary Session.

FAQs

Come along with your approved course form as a valid alternative.
No. Only your physical school ID card or approved course form is accepted.
Yes, clean and presentable sneakers and canvas are permitted for men under the English dress code.
No. Jeans are not permitted regardless of style or colour.
Yes. Decent, well-fitted native attire is accepted for women.
Strict punitive measures may be enforced as deemed fit by the Court.
Reach out to the EDC Chairperson directly via WhatsApp using the Contact Us link below.