- He added that the institution would continue to uphold strict verification procedures to protect its reputation
- The management reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on examination malpractice, certificate forgery
- He said the action reflects the polytechnic’s commitment to academic integrity, transparency
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, has expelled 365 Higher National Diploma (HND) students after uncovering that they gained admission into the institution using falsified academic credentials.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the institution made the disclosure in a statement issued on Monday by its Head of Public Relations and Protocol, Yemi Ajibola, who said the decision followed a thorough verification exercise of academic records submitted by students during admission and registration.
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According to the statement, the affected students were found to have presented fake National Diploma (ND) results as well as forged transcripts allegedly obtained from various institutions in order to secure admission into the polytechnic’s HND programmes.
Ajibola explained that the discovery was part of a wider integrity check introduced by the management to sanitize the academic environment and ensure that only qualified candidates remain in the system.
He added that the institution would continue to uphold strict verification procedures to protect its reputation.
The management reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on examination malpractice, certificate forgery, and any form of academic fraud, stressing that such actions undermine the credibility of the institution and the value of its certificates.
A breakdown of the disciplinary action showed that 156 students were expelled from the School of Communication and Information Technology.
The School of Business and Management Studies recorded 117 expulsions, while the School of Science and Technology had 54 affected students.
In addition, 36 students were expelled from the School of Engineering, and two students from the School of Environmental Studies were also dismissed.
MAPOLY Rector, Dr. Koye Jolaoso, warned prospective applicants against attempting to gain admission through fraudulent means, stressing that the institution would continue to strengthen its screening processes to detect irregularities early.
He said the action reflects the polytechnic’s commitment to academic integrity, transparency, and the maintenance of high educational standards, adding that the institution would not hesitate to sanction any student found culpable of fraud in the future.
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