The Senate of the Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of Abuja (UniAbuja) has approved the withdrawal of certificates of 15 former students for various disciplinary offences. The Senate also approved the expulsion of 28 students.
According to a statement by Dr Habib Yakoob, Acting Director Information Directorate of the University, the decision was taken at the 191st Regular Meeting of the Senate following consideration of the report and recommendations of the Student Disciplinary Committee (SDC).
The statement adds that the offences for which the affected students were found culpable include threat to life and assault; examination malpractice; conspiracy; burglary; theft; cult-related activities; possession and use of hard drugs; falsification of ‘O’ Level results as well as failure to appear before the disciplinary committee after repeated invitations.
Nine students were exonerated after investigations, while thirty-three others received warnings for various infractions, including conspiracy, hostel racketeering, and fighting.
The Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Professor Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi, reaffirmed the University’s commitment to maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.
Prof. Fawehinmi noted that the institution would continue to uphold discipline and enforce its rules and regulations without compromise.
