Varsity expels 57 Students for Examination Malpractice and other misconduct – Reports

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Umaru Musa Yar’adua University in Katsina State has expelled 57 students for engaging in various forms of examination malpractice. The decision was made during the university’s Senate 125th Regular Meeting, following recommendations from the University Central Examination Misconduct Committee.

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According to the institution’s Head of Information and Protocol, Hajiya Fatima Sanda, “UMYU remains committed to preserving the sanctity of its academic standards and will not hesitate to sanction any act that undermines the integrity of its examinations.

The university’s management has taken a firm stance against academic dishonesty, with the expulsion serving as a deterrent to others. In addition to the expelled students, five others have been rusticated for two semesters in the 2024/2025 academic session, and their affected examination papers have been cancelled. Two students also received official written warnings, which will be permanently added to their academic records.

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The university has emphasised its zero-tolerance policy for examination misconduct, urging students to adhere strictly to academic rules and avoid any form of malpractice. “Students have been urged to adhere strictly to academic rules and avoid any form of malpractice, as future violations will be met with equally strict consequences.

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