FUTES-IYIN Suspends 31 Students Over Examination Malpractice

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

The decision, The Press Nigeria reports, followed a resolution of the University Senate in accordance with the institution’s established disciplinary procedures.

Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Gbenga Aribisala, disclosed this on Monday during an interactive session with returning students at the commencement of the institution’s second academic session.

Aribisala reiterated that the university would not tolerate any form of misconduct capable of undermining its academic standards, stressing that disciplinary regulations would be enforced whenever violations occurred.

He described examinations as a critical component of the university’s assessment system, urging students to uphold discipline, honesty and academic integrity in their pursuit of educational qualifications.

The Vice-Chancellor cautioned students against peer pressure and other influences that could lead to examination malpractice, advising them to rely on adequate preparation and legitimate academic support to achieve success.

He emphasised that although the university remained committed to providing a conducive learning environment and promoting academic excellence, students must take personal responsibility for their actions and conduct.

Aribisala also urged members of the university community to protect the institution’s reputation by maintaining high standards of behaviour, noting that its standing depended not only on its achievements but also on the conduct of its students and staff.

He described the disciplinary action as a reminder that academic success must be earned through hard work, proper preparation and honest effort.

Addressing students’ welfare concerns, the Vice-Chancellor disclosed that the university’s hostel facilities would be allocated to newly admitted students upon resumption.

He added that the management had engaged relevant stakeholders in the host community to address concerns over rising house rents and transport fares, which have continued to affect students’ welfare.

Aribisala also commended Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, for supporting the ongoing construction of additional hostel facilities, expressing optimism that their completion would help ease accommodation challenges.

The Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed the management’s commitment to maintaining regular engagement with students, a practice introduced during the university’s maiden academic session and now being institutionalised as part of its campus culture.

According to him, the interactive sessions are intended to keep students informed about developments within the university while providing an avenue for direct communication with management on matters affecting their welfare and academic experience.