FUOYE Suspends Deputy Dean, SUG President Over Extortion

The Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) has taken disciplinary action against three key officials following allegations of unauthorized financial collections involving first year students The development has attracted widespread attention within Nigeria’s education sector, as the institution reiterates its commitment to transparency and accountability

Among those suspended are a university director, a deputy dean, and the Students’ Union Government (SUG) president The decision follows findings from an internal investigation into claims that students were made to pay unapproved fees for practical classes

Three FUOYE Officials Suspended Over Alleged Illegal Fee Collection

FUOYE management announced the suspension of Olanrewaju Ogunjobi, Director of the Directorate for Educational Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Banji Rildwan Olaleye, Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Support Services; and James Iyanuoluwa Adio, President of the Students’ Union Government

According to the university, the disciplinary measure stems from allegations that ₦1,000 was collected from each newly admitted student for practical sessions without obtaining the necessary institutional approval

The university emphasized that the suspensions are part of ongoing administrative procedures while investigations continue

Investigation Committee Examines Allegations

To ensure due process, the university constituted an investigative committee to review the circumstances surrounding the reported collections

The committee reportedly concluded that the funds were approved and collected without authorization from the university management or Senate It further indicated that the money was not processed through the institution’s bursary channels, contrary to established financial regulations

Deputy Dean and SUG President Linked to the Matter

The investigation also alleged that Deputy Dean Banji Rildwan Olaleye assisted in facilitating the collection despite his responsibilities within the student affairs division

Meanwhile, the SUG President, James Iyanuoluwa Adio, was reportedly linked indirectly to the issue. According to the committee’s findings, he allegedly participated in an initial distribution of the funds before later requesting a refund, which resulted in ₦700,000 being transferred into his personal bank account

These allegations remain subject to further administrative review by the university authorities

FUOYE Reaffirms Zero Tolerance for Financial Misconduct

The university stated that the alleged actions undermine its commitment to integrity, accountability, and responsible governance

Management stressed that it would not condone student extortion, abuse of office, unauthorized financial practices, or any conduct capable of tarnishing the institution’s image It added that additional administrative processes will follow as the investigation progresses