‎UNIABUJA tightens discipline as Senate expels 28 students over misconduct ‎

Abuja — February 23, 2026 — The University of Abuja has taken a decisive step to reinforce academic standards and campus security with the expulsion of 28 students involved in various forms of misconduct, including drug-related offences, examination malpractice and cult-linked activities.
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‎The decision was reached during the university’s 191st Regular Senate Meeting, following recommendations submitted by the Student Disciplinary Committee after extensive investigations into reported infractions.
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‎University officials said the affected students were found guilty of offences ranging from falsification of academic records and examination fraud to drug possession, assault and other acts deemed incompatible with the institution’s code of conduct.
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‎In a related move, the Senate also approved the revocation of certificates previously awarded to 15 former students who failed to appear before the disciplinary committee despite repeated summons, underscoring the administration’s zero-tolerance stance on academic dishonesty.
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‎However, not all cases resulted in sanctions. Nine students were cleared of wrongdoing after investigations, while 33 others received formal warnings for minor violations, reflecting what the university described as a balanced and fair disciplinary process.
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‎The Vice-Chancellor said the actions were part of broader efforts to restore confidence in the institution’s academic processes and ensure a safe, disciplined learning environment for students and staff.
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‎The development comes amid renewed national attention on discipline, drug abuse and examination malpractice in Nigerian tertiary institutions, with UniAbuja positioning itself as firm on accountability and institutional integrity.