28 students have been expelled by the University of Abuja’s administration for various disciplinary offenses, such as result forgery, cult activity, and exam misconduct.
It was reported that the decision was made at an institution Senate meeting.
This was announced in a statement issued by the university’s acting director of information, Habib Yakoob, on Sunday. He clarified that the action came after the Student Disciplinary Committee reviewed its findings and recommendations.
The statement claims that the impacted students were convicted of a number of crimes, including theft, burglary, assault, conspiracy, and threat to life. Others were associated with hard drug usage and possession, as well as cult-related activities. A few of the pupils were also charged with posting phony O-Level scores on the university’s admissions website.
The statement further stated that several of the students were invited to appear before the disciplinary committee but did not. Consequently, the Senate authorized the revocation of certificates previously granted to fifteen former students who disregarded the committee’s summons despite numerous warnings.
Following a review of additional cases, the Senate found nine students not guilty. 33 students were warned, nevertheless, for offenses like violence, collusion, and hostel racketeering.
The university’s vice chancellor, Hakeem Fawehinmi, stated that the school is still dedicated to maintaining a secure and conducive studying environment on campus. He declared that the school will keep up its adherence to the rules and uphold discipline at all levels.
The Student Disciplinary Committee’s efforts to thoroughly examine the instances presented to it were also appreciated by him. The vice-chancellor counseled students to act sensibly and refrain from doing anything that would interfere with their studies or hinder their academic advancement.
