The Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, has approved the interdiction of the Provost of the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM), Prof. Biodun Adewuya, citing reasons such as insubordination, unauthorized disclosure of official information, actions prejudicial to the university’s security, divided loyalty, and conduct unbecoming of a public officer.
According to a memo dated August 30, 2024, with reference number LASU/ASE/PF/3394, these actions are considered serious misconduct and violate the university’s regulations as outlined in Chapter 3, Sections 3.6 and 3.8 (3.8.1) of the Conditions of Service for Senior Staff (September 2017).
In a statement released by Mrs. Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile, the Head of Information and Public Relations, it was announced that Prof. Olufemi Idowu has been appointed as the acting provost.
“Prior to the interdiction, Prof. Adewuya had been issued two separate queries regarding the allegations, to which he provided responses,” the statement read. “However, the Vice Chancellor deemed these responses unsatisfactory and unacceptable and, as such, has referred the case to the Joint Council-Senate Disciplinary Committee for further investigation.”
The interdiction of Prof. Adewuya is effective from September 3, 2024, for an initial period of three months. During this period, he is relieved of all official duties as a member of the university’s staff and as Provost of LASUCOM, in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 3.9.7 (e) of the University’s Conditions of Service for Senior Staff.
In the meantime, Prof. Olufemi Emmanuel Idowu, the Deputy Provost of LASUCOM from the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, has been appointed as the Acting Provost. He will serve in this capacity pending the outcome of the investigation by the Joint Council-Senate Disciplinary (Academic) Committee concerning Prof. Adewuya.
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