The University of Abuja has expelled 28 students for offences including cult-related activities, drug possession, examination malpractice, and threats to life.
According to a statement by Habib Yakoob, the acting director of information and university relations, the decision followed the university’s 191st regular senate meeting and the report of the student disciplinary committee.
It reads partly, “the affected students were found culpable of serious misconduct, including assault, conspiracy, burglary, theft, falsification of ‘O’ level results uploaded on the university portal for admission, as well as possession and use of hard drugs.”
The Senate also approved the withdrawal of certificates previously issued to 15 former students who failed to honour repeated disciplinary invitations.
Also, nine students were exonerated after investigations, while 33 others received warnings for offences such as hostel racketeering, conspiracy, and fighting.
Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, vice-chancellor and chairman of senate emphasised that the university would not compromise its standards.
“The academic integrity of the university is sacrosanct, and we are determined that anyone who violates it will be appropriately sanctioned. Our goal is not only to enforce discipline but also to guide our students towards responsible citizenship and academic excellence,” he said.
He added that the institution remains committed to maintaining a safe learning environment for students and staff.
“We will continue to uphold discipline and enforce our rules and regulations without compromise. At the same time, we are strengthening student engagement, counselling, and orientation programmes to promote responsible conduct and prevent future infractions,” Fawehinmi added.
