The management of Confluence University of Science and Technology, CUSTECH, Osara, in Kogi State, has expelled two students for alleged involvement in gay practice.
In a statement issued on Friday, the university’s Information and Public Relations Unit confirmed that expulsion letters had been sent to the affected students. The letters were signed by the Deputy Registrar (Academics), Eli Gbadafu.
According to the statement, the disciplinary actions were taken in accordance with the provisions of the Students’ Handbook, Second Edition (as amended in 2025).
The affected students were identified as Onumoko Hamza (Biology Education) and Abdulazeez Eneji (Mining Engineering).
“The disciplinary measures were approved at the 31st Regular Meeting of the University Senate, held at the Faculty of Law Lecture Theatre, following consideration of recommendations from the Students’ Disciplinary Committee,” the management stated.
The university did not disclose the time or location of the alleged offences.
The management also approved the rustication of four other students for engaging in a fight.
Favour Akowe (Microbiology) and Simbiat Babamuharuna (Biology) were suspended for one academic session. Zainab Omayoza and Sukura Bukola (both Biochemistry) were also suspended for one academic session.
The university reiterated its commitment to maintaining discipline and order.
“Management warned that it would not hesitate to take decisive disciplinary action against any student found guilty of violating university rules and regulations.
“Students are advised to familiarise themselves with the provisions of the Students’ Handbook and conduct themselves accordingly,” the statement read.
