The Senate of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina, has taken a firm stance against academic dishonesty, approving the expulsion of 57 students involved in various forms of examination malpractice.
The decision came during the Senate’s 125th Regular Meeting, following recommendations from the University Central Examination Misconduct Committee (UCEMC), which investigated infractions across multiple faculties.
In addition to the expulsions, five students were rusticated for two semesters (2024/2025 session), with their affected exam papers cancelled. Two others received official written warnings, now permanently on their academic records.
The University emphasized that these measures reflect its zero-tolerance policy for examination misconduct and are intended to serve as a strong deterrent.
“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 read.
Students have been urged to adhere strictly to academic rules and avoid any form of malpractice, as future violations will be met with equally strict consequences.
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