3 University Staff Sacked For Result Alteration, Harassment in Sokoto
The Governing Council of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, has terminated the employment of three staff members due to serious misconduct, which includes altering academic results, engaging in sexual harassment, and abandoning their duties.
This decision was ratified during the university’s 171st regular meeting held on March 12, 2025, and was communicated through an official press release issued by Ismail Mohammed Yauri, the Director of Information and Public Relations.
The statement indicated that this disciplinary measure is in accordance with UDUS’s stringent “zero tolerance” policy regarding unethical conduct.
“This action highlights the university’s commitment to upholding academic integrity and fostering a secure environment for both faculty and students,” the statement noted.
As one of the prominent universities in northern Nigeria, UDUS has consistently prioritized ethical standards among its staff and students. The recent dismissals serve as a cautionary message against breaches of the institution’s code of conduct.
Attempts to gather additional information from university officials regarding the identities of the dismissed staff and any potential legal repercussions were unsuccessful at the time of this report.
Student reactions have been varied; some praise the university’s decisive approach to discipline, while others advocate for greater transparency in the management of such incidents.
