The Senate of the University of Abuja (now Yakubu Gowon University) has approved the expulsion of 28 students for offences ranging from examination malpractice to drug possession and other serious misconduct.

The decision was taken during the institution’s 191st regular Senate meeting, following a review of the Student Disciplinary Committee’s report.

The development was disclosed on Sunday by the Acting Director of Information and University Relations, Dr. Habib Yakoob.

According to the statement, “The Senate of the University of Abuja has approved the expulsion of twenty-eight students over various disciplinary offences. The affected students were found guilty of serious misconduct, including assault, conspiracy, burglary, theft, falsification of ‘O’ Level results uploaded on the university portal for admission, as well as possession and use of hard drugs.”

The Senate also approved the withdrawal of certificates previously issued to 15 former students who failed to respond to repeated invitations by the disciplinary committee.

Meanwhile, nine students were cleared of wrongdoing after investigations, while 33 others received warnings for offences such as hostel racketeering, conspiracy, and fighting.

Reacting to the decision, the Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, emphasized that the university would not compromise its standards or tolerate actions that undermine academic integrity and campus safety.

“The academic integrity of the university is sacrosanct, and anyone who violates it will face appropriate sanctions. Our aim is not only to enforce discipline but also to guide students toward responsible citizenship and academic excellence,” he said.

Prof. Fawehinmi added that the institution remains committed to providing a safe and conducive learning environment for both students and staff.

“We will continue to uphold discipline and enforce our rules and regulations without compromise. At the same time, we are strengthening student engagement, counseling, and orientation programs to promote responsible conduct and prevent future infractions,” he said.