The management of the Kwara State University, Malete, says it has expelled 175 students of the institution for examination malpractices and other offences.
This information was contained in a statement signed by the institution’s acting Director, University Relations, Dr Saeedat Aliyu.
He said the students were expelled offences such as examination malpractices, theft, and using fake results to gain admission, assault, fraud, belonging to unregistered associations, and illegal possession of a firearm, among others.
The statement said: “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.”