The management of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has expelled 42 students for examination malpractice. The affected students are from different institutes and programmes within the polytechnic. This decision was made after investigations conducted by the institution's Examination Malpractice Committee. The committee's findings led to the expulsions, which were approved in line with the provisions of the Polytechnic's Students' Handbook.
According to the Principal Assistant Registrar, Academic Board Matters Division, Ibrahim Esin, the students were found guilty of examination malpractice after due investigation. The offences committed by the students violated the Matriculation Oath they took upon admission into the institution. As a result, the expulsions effectively ended the affected students' relationship with the institution.
A breakdown of the expelled students showed that the Institute of Finance and Management Studies recorded the highest number, with 23 students affected. The Institute of Technology followed with eight students, while four students each were expelled from the Institute of Information and Communication Technology and the Centre for Continuing Education.
The affected students were enrolled in various programmes, including Mechatronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, Strategic Communication, Journalism and Media Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Banking and Finance, and Accountancy. Others were studying Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Medical Imaging Technology, Microfinance and Entrepreneurship Development, Social Development, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, and Industrial and Labour Relations.
The polytechnic also released the names of the affected students as part of the disciplinary action. This move is aimed at maintaining academic integrity and upholding the institution's standards. The management directed all the expelled students to return any property belonging to the institution that remained in their possession.
The expelled students were ordered to hand over the items to their respective Heads of Department or other designated authorities. This directive is part of the institution's efforts to ensure that all students adhere to its rules and regulations. The polytechnic's management emphasized that the expulsions were necessary to maintain the institution's academic standards.
The institution's decision to expel the students demonstrates its commitment to upholding academic integrity and preventing examination malpractice. The move is expected to serve as a deterrent to other students who may be tempted to engage in similar misconduct. The polytechnic's management has reiterated its dedication to providing quality education and maintaining a conducive learning environment for all students.
Key points
- 42 students expelled for examination malpractice
- Expulsions followed investigations by the Examination Malpractice Committee
- Affected students were from various institutes and programmes within the polytechnic
