The Senate of Plateau State University (PLASU), Bokkos, has approved disciplinary actions against 76 students found guilty of various forms of examination malpractice, reinforcing the institution’s stance on academic integrity.
The decision was reached during the university’s 102nd regular Senate meeting, where reports from the Examination Misconduct Committee were reviewed and adopted after thorough deliberations.
According to findings presented at the meeting, the affected students were involved in offences ranging from possession of unauthorized materials to impersonation during the second semester examinations for the 2024/2025 academic session.
Specifically, the offences included bringing mobile phones into examination halls, using written notes, and inscribing answers on parts of the body—acts considered serious violations of the university’s regulations as outlined in its Students’ Handbook.
The Senate consequently approved a range of sanctions depending on the severity of each case.
These sanctions included rustication for one academic session, compulsory carryover of affected courses, and outright expulsion for students found guilty of more serious infractions.
The meeting was presided over by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Moses Pyefa Galadima, on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Shadrach Gaya Best, who reaffirmed the university’s zero-tolerance policy for examination malpractice.
He emphasized that Plateau State University remains committed to upholding discipline, integrity, and sound moral values among its students.
The Vice-Chancellor also commended the Examination Misconduct Committee for its diligence and adherence to due process in handling the cases.
Beyond disciplinary matters, the Senate also ratified the final results of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including those in 400 level, as well as Master’s and Postgraduate Diploma programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session.
Reports presented by various faculties indicated that lectures for the new academic semester had already commenced across departments, with academic activities resuming two weeks prior to the meeting.
In a separate presentation, the Director of ICT, Sati Dapel, briefed the Senate on ongoing digital reforms aimed at improving student registration processes and enhancing administrative efficiency within the university.
The Senate concluded by reiterating its commitment to maintaining high academic standards, strengthening institutional discipline, and promoting effective governance at Plateau State University.
