By Adesakin Adefemi
Authorities of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, have expelled 365 students for gaining admission using falsified academic documents. The decision was announced on Monday in a statement signed by the polytechnic’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Yemi Ajibola.
The affected students were enrolled in various Higher National Diploma programmes. Investigations showed they presented fake National Diploma results and forged academic transcripts from different institutions to secure admission into the polytechnic.
Ajibola said the expulsion followed a comprehensive verification exercise conducted on credentials submitted during the admission and registration processes. The institution screened academic documents to ensure authenticity and compliance with admission standards.
“This decision underscores the Institution’s commitment to sanitising the academic system and reinforcing its zero-tolerance policy against fraudulent practices and other forms of academic misconduct,” Ajibola stated.
A breakdown of the expelled students shows that the School of Communication and Information Technology was the worst hit with 156 students. The School of Business and Management Studies followed with 117, while the School of Science and Technology had 54.
The School of Engineering recorded 36 expulsions, and the School of Environmental Studies had only two. The figures highlight the spread of the malpractice across multiple academic units within the institution.
Rector of the polytechnic, Dr Koye Jolaoso, cautioned prospective applicants and admission seekers against using fake academic credentials. He warned that the polytechnic will not hesitate to act against anyone found engaging in fraudulent practices.
Dr Jolaoso said the decisive action reflects the polytechnic’s commitment to upholding academic integrity and promoting excellence. He added that the move is part of efforts to reposition the 47-year-old institution as a model of transparency and professionalism.
The polytechnic said the crackdown is intended to restore credibility in the admission process and protect the value of certificates awarded by the institution. Management urged students and applicants to adhere strictly to laid-down admission requirements.
