The management of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), has officially proscribed the activities of the Faith Heroic Group (FHG) and Neolife across all its campuses, a decision that has since sparked widespread reactions among students and alumni on X (formerly Twitter), The Nigeria Education News has confirmed.
The directive was contained in an internal memo issued from the Office of the Registrar and dated 29 January 2026. The memo, signed by the Registrar, Mr. C. O. Adeleye, was addressed to the university community and circulated to principal officers, Deans, Heads of Departments, and student leadership.
According to the memo sighted by The Nigeria Education News, the university management said the decision followed reports concerning the activities of the Faith Heroic Group on campus, which it noted had created “serious discomfort, fear, unnecessary tension, and unwarranted pressure” among students.
Management stated that such activities were undermining the peaceful and conducive academic environment required for effective learning, research, and campus life, stressing that safety and order remain top priorities of the institution.
The university further disclosed that a review of the group’s recruitment methods and operational style revealed practices considered unsuitable for the university environment. It also emphasised that both FHG and Neolife are not registered student organisations within FUTA.
“Arising from the above, all activities of the Faith Heroic Group (FHG) and Neolife are hereby proscribed with immediate effect,” the memo read. Students were consequently directed to desist from all activities associated with the groups within all FUTA campuses.
The Registrar warned that failure to comply with the directive would attract serious penalties in accordance with existing university regulations, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to discipline and campus stability.
Soon after the memo became public, reactions flooded X, with many users expressing relief and approval. User @arojinle1 posted, “Yes o,” a comment that quickly drew responses from other users who echoed similar sentiments with emojis and brief remarks.
Another user, @creativediadem, described the decision as timely, writing, “As expected. Those people want to turn students in my alma mater into a bunch of clowns without a proper orientation. The management has waded in and right on time!”
Humorous reactions also surfaced, as users shared memes and short videos to mock the affected groups. @Good_Ghuy reposted an earlier video clip with the caption “Neolife,” while several others responded with crying and laughing emojis.
Speculative comments also emerged online. User @Iyiola2003 suggested the development could spread to other institutions, posting, “FUNAAB incoming. You heard it here first. Trust the process.”
In random interactions with The Nigeria Education News, students on campus largely welcomed the ban. A student from the School of Engineering said the decision would help restore calm. “Some of the activities were becoming disturbing. This will allow students to focus on their academics,” he said.
Another student added that while freedom of association is important, it must operate within institutional guidelines. “If a group is not registered and causes fear, management has every right to intervene,” she noted.
As of the time of filing this report, The Nigeria Education News confirmed that the directive remains in force, with students advised to comply fully as FUTA management moves to ensure a safe and conducive academic environment.
