FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, IYIN-EKITI, SUSPENDS 31 STUDENTS OVER EXAMINATION MISCONDUCT

The Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin-Ekiti (FUTES-IYIN), has suspended 31 students over examination misconduct during its maiden academic session.

The university disclosed this in an official announcement published on October 13, 2026, stating that the decision followed a resolution of the University Senate in accordance with the institution’s established disciplinary procedures.

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Gbenga Aribisala, announced the development on Monday during an interactive session with returning students to mark the commencement of the university’s second academic session.

UNIVERSITY REAFFIRMS ZERO TOLERANCE FOR EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE

During the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the university’s zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct capable of undermining its academic standards.

He emphasised that examinations remain a critical component of the university’s assessment system and urged students to approach them with seriousness, discipline and honesty.

Professor Aribisala also advised students to resist peer pressure and other influences that could lead to examination malpractice. He encouraged them to rely on adequate preparation and legitimate academic support to achieve success.

He further stressed that students must take personal responsibility for their actions, noting that the university remains committed to providing an enabling environment for learning and academic excellence.

The Vice-Chancellor urged members of the university community to protect the institution’s reputation by maintaining high standards of conduct.

UNIVERSITY ADDRESSES STUDENTS’ ACCOMMODATION CHALLENGES

Beyond academic discipline, Professor Aribisala provided updates on the management’s efforts to address accommodation challenges affecting students.

He disclosed that the university’s hostel facilities would be allocated to newly admitted students upon their resumption.

He also revealed that the management had engaged relevant stakeholders in the host community to address the rising costs of house rents and transportation fares.

Additionally, the Vice-Chancellor commended Senate Leader Senator Opeyemi Bamidele for his involvement in the ongoing construction of additional hostel facilities, noting that their completion would help ease accommodation challenges.

Professor Aribisala reaffirmed the university management’s commitment to maintaining regular engagement with students to keep them informed about campus developments and provide opportunities to discuss issues affecting their welfare and academic experience.

UNIVERSITY REITERATES COMMITMENT TO ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

The university reiterated that academic success must be achieved through hard work, adequate preparation and honest effort.

Students are encouraged to uphold academic integrity, comply with university regulations and contribute to maintaining a disciplined and conducive learning environment.