Kogi Varsity Expels Four Students Over Lesbianism, Assault, Cybercrimes
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Confluence University of Science and Technology has expelled four students and rusticated one for offenses including alleged lesbianism, physical assault, and cybercrimes.
- The expelled students include two for alleged lesbianism, one for physical assault, and another for cloning and circulating students' photographs.
- The university management stated the actions are part of efforts to maintain discipline, uphold moral standards, and ensure a safe learning environment.
The Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) has taken decisive action against student misconduct, expelling four undergraduates and rusticating one. This firm stance, approved at the institution's 30th Regular Senate Meeting, sends a clear message about the university's commitment to maintaining a disciplined and morally upright campus environment. The offenses range from alleged lesbianism and physical assault to serious cybercrimes like cloning and circulating photographs without consent. CUSTECH's management, under Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdulrahman Asipita Salawu, emphasized that these measures are crucial for ensuring a safe and conducive learning atmosphere. The university aims to produce graduates who are not only academically proficient but also possess strong character and discipline. This rigorous approach to student conduct reflects a broader societal concern in Nigeria regarding moral standards and the impact of digital misconduct, positioning CUSTECH as an institution that prioritizes both academic excellence and ethical behavior.
two female students โ Ezekiel Precious Omeneke, a 200-level Economics student, and Aku Joy Chinyere, a 200-level Accounting student โ were expelled over alleged involvement in lesbianism.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.