In a dramatic move to uphold academic standards, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has taken a firm stand against examination malpractice and poor academic performance. The institution has withdrawn 273 students and expelled six others for serious offenses related to cheating during exams. The decision was made at the 120th meeting of the Academic Board on Thursday, April 17th, at the main campus.
The board, led by Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, reviewed and approved the First Semester results for the 2024/2025 Academic Session.
Uredo Omale, the Polytechnic’s Director of Public Relations and Protocol, explained in a statement on Monday:
“We are committed to giving every student a conducive environment for learning, but we will not tolerate cheating or laziness. The board’s decision is to protect the integrity of our institution and ensure that only deserving students graduate.”
He noted that while the school has made huge investments in infrastructure and staff training, some students still fail to meet expectations.
The withdrawn students were found to have performed below the required standard, despite all the support provided by the school.
Who Was Affected?
The withdrawn students come from 20 departments and 42 programmes across the polytechnic. Some of the affected departments include:
Business Administration
Accountancy
Fine Art
Architectural Science
Building Technology
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Animal Health and Production
Library Science
Mass Communication
Office Technology and Management
Expulsion for Exam Fraud
The six expelled students were punished for various forms of exam malpractice. Their names and offenses are:
Daniel Onuche Gabriel (2024/HND/BUS/026) – Department of Business Administration (impersonation)
Yaro Abdullahi Nma (2024/ND/ACCT/081) – Department of Accountancy (impersonation)
Jaja Julietu (2022/ND/MAS/098) – Department of Mass Communication (brought illegal materials to exam)
Usman Abdulgeniyu (2022/ND/MAS/015) – Department of Mass Communication (brought illegal materials to exam)
Gimba Aminat (2022/ND/MAS/026) – Department of Mass Communication (brought illegal materials to exam)
Otitoju Taiwo Timilehin (2023/ND/MAS/161) – Department of Mass Communication (brought illegal materials to exam)
All these actions were taken after a thorough review by the Central Examination Misconduct Committee, led by Dr Grace Ehimony.
What the Board Says
Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, the board chairman, praised the committees for their hard work. He said:
“We commend the Result Verification Committee and the Examination Misconduct Committee for their thorough work. We encourage all students to make good use of the opportunities given to them and to focus on their studies.”
He also assured the school community that the board and management are ready to make more reforms to improve learning and teaching at the polytechnic.
Kogi State Polytechnic was established in 1993 along the Lokoja/Abuja Expressway. It is owned and operated by the Kogi State Government and is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to offer certificates in Art and Printing, Business, Engineering, Finance, and Science Computing at the National Diploma and Higher National Diploma levels.
Since its founding, the polytechnic has grown into a hub for technical and vocational excellence, producing skilled graduates who contribute to Nigeria’s workforce.
The institution has faced challenges, including past incidents of violence and infrastructure gaps, but recent years have seen massive improvements under the leadership of Professor Usman.
Recent Achievements and Reforms
Under Professor Usman’s leadership, the polytechnic has achieved several milestones, including:
Construction of new office complexes, hostels, and lecture theaters
Successful re-accreditation of 30 academic programmes
Establishment of the School of Agricultural Technology at Itakpe
Introduction of Computer-Based Tests (CBT) to reduce exam malpractice
ICT training for staff to improve e-learning and e-teaching
These reforms have earned the institution recognition, including awards for academic excellence and innovation.
What Students and Parents Should Know
The message from Kogi State Polytechnic is clear: cheating and poor performance will not be tolerated. The school is committed to maintaining high standards and wants every student to succeed through hard work and honesty.
Students are encouraged to study hard, avoid cheating, and make the most of the facilities and support provided by the school. Parents and guardians are also urged to support their wards in taking their studies seriously.
The polytechnic’s management has promised to continue making reforms that will benefit both students and staff.
With ongoing projects and a renewed focus on academic integrity, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, is set to remain a leading institution in Nigeria’s technical and vocational education sector.
Quote of the Day
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.”
— C.S. Lewis
Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has sent a strong message against exam fraud and poor performance by withdrawing 273 students and expelling six others. The school is determined to uphold its reputation and ensure that only deserving students graduate, while continuing to invest in infrastructure and academic excellenc
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