University of Abuja (UniAbuja) has expelled 28 students over various disciplinary offences that include: assault, threat to life, conspiracy, examination malpractice, burglary, theft, cult-related activities, possession and use of hard drugs, falsification of ‘O’ Level results uploaded on the University portal for admission, as well as failure to appear before the disciplinary committee after repeated invitations.
The University spokesman, Habib Yakoob, in a statement, yesterday, confirmed that the University Senate approved the expulsion following the consideration of the report and recommendations of the Student Disciplinary Committee (SDC).
Yakoob added that the Senate of the University also approved the withdrawal of certificates of 15 former students who failed to honour invitations by the Committee despite several notices.
Similarly, nine students were exonerated after investigations, while 33 others received warnings for various infractions, including conspiracy, hostel racketeering, and fighting.
Speaking on the development, the Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi, reaffirmed the University’s commitment to maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
He stated that the institution would continue to uphold discipline, and enforce its rules and regulations without compromise.
The Vice-Chancellor commended the Student Disciplinary Committee (SDC) for its thorough and diligent handling of the cases, and urged students to conduct themselves responsibly and avoid actions that could jeopardise their academic pursuits.
“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 student towards responsible citizenship and academic excellence,” he said.
He added that the University would continue to strengthen student engagement, counselling, and orientation programmes aimed at promoting responsible conduct and preventing disciplinary infractions.”
