The Management of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, Kogi State, has approved the expulsion of eight students for their involvement in examination malpractice.

The decision was taken by the University Senate at its 30th Regular Meeting held on Wednesday, 29th April, 2026, in line with the institution’s academic policies as contained in the Student Handbook (Page 33, Item 19).

According to a letter signed by the Deputy Registrar (Academics), Mr. Eli Gbadufu, the affected students were found guilty of examination misconduct during the First Semester examinations for the 2025/2026 academic session. He noted that the students were duly investigated by the Examination Misconduct Committee before the Senate ratified the decision.

The expelled students are:

1. Ogedemgbe A. Nelson

Matric Number: 25L1EC4083  

Department: Economics

Level:100L

2. Yakubu Abdulrazak Adavize

Matric Number: 23L1LB0472 

Depapartment: Library and Information Science

Level: 300L

3. Olowu Samuel Ayomide

Matric Number: 24L1MN1476 

Department: Mining Engineering

Level: 200L

4. Usman Bilal

Matric Number: 22L1FT0717 Departmrnt: Information Technology

Level: 400L

5. Adams Michael

Matric Number: 24L1FT1958 Department: Information Technology

Level: 200L

6. Ale David

Matric Number: 24L1ME2194 Department: Mechanical Engineering

Level: 200L

7.Habiba Muhammed

Matric Number: 25L1BA5121 

Department: Business Administration

Level: 100L

8.Mustapha Faith Adetutu

Matric Number: 24L1AR3121 Department: Agricultural Science

Level: 200L

The University Management reiterated its zero tolerance for examination malpractice and urged all students to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity.

This development serves as a sobering reminder to all students that there are no shortcuts to true success. Expulsion, especially for those in their final or penultimate years, is a heavy price to pay for a moment of indiscretion.

Let us all strive for excellence the right way. Your certificate is only as valuable as the character behind it.