From Christiana Gokyo, Jos
The Plateau State University, Bokkos, has approved disciplinary measures against 76 students found guilty of examination malpractice.
The decision was taken by the university’s Senate during its 102nd regular meeting, according to a statement issued on Tuesday by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Ngwen Jacob.
“The offences ranged from smuggling unauthorised materials into examination halls to impersonation, all in violation of the university’s regulations as outlined in the Students’ Handbook,” the statement read.
The sanctions include rustication for one academic session, compulsory carryover of affected courses and expulsion in severe cases.
The meeting was chaired by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Moses Pyefa Galadima, on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Shadrach Gaya Best.
It was gathered that the Senate considered a report submitted by the Examination Misconduct Committee, which investigated the affected students apprehended during the second semester examinations for the 2024/2025 academic session.
“The committee investigated 76 students apprehended during the second semester examination, with offences including possession of mobile phones, written notes and inscriptions on body parts related to examination questions,” the statement added.
The Senate, after deliberations, approved penalties in line with the provisions of the Students’ Handbook.
The Vice-Chancellor reiterated the institution’s zero tolerance for examination malpractice and emphasised its commitment to discipline and academic integrity.
“Plateau State University maintains zero tolerance for examination malpractice and remains committed to promoting integrity, discipline and sound moral values,” the statement quoted him as saying.
He also commended the Examination Misconduct Committee for its diligence and adherence to due process.
Meanwhile, the Senate also approved final-year undergraduate results, as well as Master’s and Postgraduate Diploma results for the 2024/2025 academic session.
It was further disclosed that lectures for the new semester had commenced across departments two weeks earlier.
The Director of ICT, Sati Dapel, also presented updates on ongoing digital reforms aimed at improving students’ registration processes.
The Senate reaffirmed its commitment to upholding academic standards and strengthening administrative efficiency in the university.
