Kwara State University (KWASU) in Malete has expelled 175 students due to a variety of misconduct, including examination malpractice.
Truthng reports that this decision was detailed in a statement by the university’s interim Director of University Relations, Dr. Saeedat Aliyu, which she made available to reporters on Monday, July 8, 2024.
The statement outlined the reasons for the student’s expulsion, which included cheating during examination, theft, fabrication of academic records for admission purposes, physical violence, deceit, membership in unrecognized groups, and unlawful possession of a weapon, among other infractions.
The statement read, “This is to inform the public that the following 175 students have been expelled from Kwara State University, Malete, for various offences.
“The approval of the expulsion followed the recommendations of the Students’ Disciplinary Committee, which held sittings between October 2021 and March 2024.
“The expelled students were penalised for offences ranging from examination malpractices, theft, using fake results to gain admission, assault, fraud, belonging to unregistered associations, and possession of a firearm.
“The management of Kwara State University wishes to reiterate its zero-tolerance for all acts of indiscipline as the institution stands firm on producing graduates who are excellent both in character and in learning.”
