Prominent Nigerian University Sacks Three Staff Members for Gross Misconduct

  • Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, dismissed three staff members for gross misconduct, including result alteration, sexual harassment, and abscondment from duty
  • The decision, approved during the university’s 171st regular meeting, aligns with its “zero tolerance” policy for unethical behavior
  • Students have mixed reactions, with some praising the university’s firm stance while others call for greater transparency in handling such cases

The Governing Council of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS), has taken decisive action against unethical practices by dismissing three staff members for gross misconduct.

The affected individuals were found guilty of offenses including result manipulation, sexual harassment, and abandoning their official duties.

UDUS. Sokoto State.UDUS management fires three staff members for offences including sexual harassment and result alteration. Image: FB/Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto.Source: Facebook

The decision was reached during the university’s 171st regular meeting held on March 12, 2025. The institution formally announced the dismissals through a press statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Ismail Yauri.

According to the statement, UDUS remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding ethical standards and fostering a secure and professional academic environment.

“This decision reflects the institution’s dedication to preserving academic integrity and ensuring a safe space for both students and staff,” the statement read.

Usmanu Danfodiyo University, known for its high academic standards, has consistently enforced a strict zero-tolerance policy for unethical behavior. The latest action serves as a strong reminder that violations of the institution’s regulations will not be condoned.

Sokoto governorThe identities of the relieved staff members have not been made public.Source: Facebook

Attempts to gather further details regarding the identities of the dismissed staff members and any potential legal proceedings were unsuccessful as university officials remained tight-lipped on the matter.

The decision has sparked varied reactions from students, with some praising the administration for its firm disciplinary measures, while others call for greater transparency in handling misconduct cases. Many students believe that public disclosure of such cases could serve as a deterrent to others who may engage in unethical practices.

Lokoja Varsity Sacks 4 Top Lecturers

TheTalk.NG earlier reported that the Governing Council of the Federal University, Lokoja, had dismissed four top lecturers for alleged examination misconduct and sexual harassment.This decision was announced during the institution’s Second Council meeting, chaired by Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, and held recently in Lokoja.

The university’s council stated that the dismissal of the four lecturers was based on serious violations of ethical standards, including allegations of examination malpractice and sexual harassment, Nation reported.

According to a statement from the university, the decision was reached after a thorough investigation, with the council commending the management for following due process in handling the matter.

Edo Govt Sacks 13 Varsity Lecturers

In a similar report, the Edo state government, headed by Governor Godwin Obaseki, has sacked 13 lecturers of state-owned Ambrose Ali University (AAU), Ekpoma.

According to a report by The Punch, the lecturers were sacked over alleged offences ranging from falsification of age, fraud, misconduct, extortion and sexual harassment, among others.

The institution’s vice chancellor, Professor Asomwan Sunny Adagbonyin, made this disclosure on Monday, May 22, while presenting the university disciplinary committee’s report to members of the AAU Special Intervention Team (SIT).

Source: TheTalk.NG


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