RismadarVoice Reporters, February 22, 2026
The Senate of the University of Abuja has approved the expulsion of 28 students for offences including cult-related activities, examination malpractice, drug possession, threats to life.
The decision was reached during the institution’s 191st Regular Senate Meeting, following a report by the Student Disciplinary Committee.
The development was confirmed in a statement released on Sunday by the Acting Director of Information and University Relations, Dr. Habib Yakoob.
According to the statement, the expelled students were found culpable of serious misconduct, including assault, conspiracy, burglary, theft, falsification of ‘O’ Level results uploaded on the university portal, as well as possession and use of hard drugs.
In addition, the Senate approved the withdrawal of certificates previously issued to 15 former students who failed to respond to repeated invitations by the disciplinary committee.
Nine students were exonerated after investigations, while 33 others received warnings for offences such as hostel racketeering, conspiracy, fighting.
Speaking on the sanctions, the Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, emphasized that the university would not compromise its standards or condone acts that undermine academic integrity and campus safety.
“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.
Prof. Fawehinmi added that the university remains committed to maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment, noting that student engagement, counselling, and orientation programmes are being strengthened to prevent future infractions.
