The Senate of the University of Abuja has expelled 28 students and revoked the academic certificates of 15 former students following findings of serious misconduct. The disciplinary actions were approved at the institution’s 191st Regular Senate Meeting, according to a statement signed by the Acting Director of Information and University Relations, Dr. Habib Yakoob.
The offences cited include cult-related activities, examination malpractice, possession of and involvement with hard drugs, assault, burglary, theft, and falsification of ‘O’ Level results used for university admission. These breaches were detailed in a report submitted by the Student Disciplinary Committee for consideration by the Senate.
In addition to the expulsions, the university withdrew the certificates of 15 former students who reportedly failed to respond to repeated invitations by the disciplinary panel — a development signaling the seriousness with which the institution is tackling violations of its conduct code.
Nine students under review were cleared of wrongdoing and exonerated, while 33 others were issued formal warnings for offences including hostel racketeering, conspiracy, and fighting.
Prof. Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi, Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of the Senate, reiterated the university’s commitment to upholding academic integrity and campus safety, underlining that its regulatory framework would be enforced without compromise.
He said the institution would also strengthen student engagement, counseling and orientation programmes to promote responsible behaviour and reduce future infractions.
