The management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has suspended three individuals, including a deputy dean and the Students’ Union Government (SUG) president, over allegations of unauthorized collection of money from students.
The university announced the suspension following an investigation into claims that certain officials collected levies from students outside approved university procedures.
Officials Affected by Suspension
Those suspended include the Director of the Directorate for Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Olanrewaju Ogunjobi; the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services, Banji Rildwan Olaleye; and the Students’ Union Government President, James Iyanuoluwa Adio.
According to the university, the officials are being investigated for their alleged roles in the collection and handling of student payments.
Alleged Unauthorized Charges
The institution stated that first-year students were allegedly required to pay ₦1,000 each for practical classes organized by the directorate.
University authorities said the payments were reportedly collected without approval from management and outside established financial procedures.
Investigation Committee Findings
FUOYE’s management explained that a committee was set up to investigate the allegations in line with the principles of fairness and due process.
According to the findings, the committee alleged that the collection of funds was carried out without approval from the university senate, management, or bursary department.
The committee also reportedly found evidence suggesting that some of the individuals played different roles in the collection and distribution of the funds.
University Reaffirms Anti-Corruption Stance
The institution emphasized that it remains committed to transparency and accountability in its operations.
Management stressed that any form of student extortion, abuse of office, financial misconduct, or corruption would not be tolerated.
The university added that protecting its reputation and maintaining public trust remain top priorities.