The Senate of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina, has approved the expulsion of 57 students for engaging in various forms of examination malpractice, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to academic integrity.
The decision was taken during the 125th Regular Meeting of the University Senate, based on recommendations from the University Central Examination Misconduct Committee (UCEMC). The announcement was made in a statement issued on Saturday in Katsina by Hajiya Fatima Sanda, Head of Information and Protocol at the university.
The statement explained that the affected students were found guilty of exam infractions across different faculties, following thorough investigations carried out by the committee.
In addition to the 57 expulsions, five students were rusticated for two semesters, covering the 2024/2025 academic session, and had their involved examination papers cancelled. Two other students were issued official written warnings, which will remain permanently on their academic records.
UMYU stated that the disciplinary actions were taken in line with its zero-tolerance policy on examination malpractice, stressing that the measures are meant to uphold the university’s academic standards and deter future violations.
“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 statement said.
The university also urged all students to strictly adhere to academic regulations and avoid any form of misconduct, warning that future infractions would attract similarly severe penalties.
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