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Unical Suspends 19 Students Over Examination Misconduct, Reaffirms Academic Integrity
The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended 19 students over alleged examination misconduct, following the approval of recommendations submitted by the institution’s Students’ Disciplinary Committee. The disciplinary action, approved by the university Senate, underscores Unical Suspends 19 Students as part of the institution’s commitment to upholding academic integrity and enforcing its examination regulations.
Key Highlights
- UNICAL suspends 19 students over alleged examination misconduct.
- Decision approved by the university Senate following the Students’ Disciplinary Committee’s recommendations.
- Affected students will remain on suspension until the 2026/2027 academic session.
- Students are drawn from multiple faculties, including Pharmacy, Nursing, Arts, Administration and Social Sciences.
- The university says the action reinforces its commitment to academic discipline and examination integrity.
According to a statement issued by the university’s Head of Public Relations, Effiong Eyo, the affected students will remain on suspension and are expected to resume their studies during the 2026/2027 academic session.
The students were drawn from several faculties and departments, including Administration, Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, Arts, Education, Allied Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Nursing Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, Science Laboratory Technology, Estate Management, Marketing, and other related disciplines.
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The statement explained that the disciplinary action followed the Senate’s consideration and approval of the committee’s report on cases of alleged examination misconduct.
The suspension was formally conveyed through a letter signed by the Director of Administration, Dr. Citizen Ekpo, on behalf of the Registrar, Dr. Chukwuka Icha.
The university stated that the measure reflects its determination to preserve academic standards, enforce examination regulations, and maintain discipline among students.
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