The management of Confluence University of Science and Technology, CUSTECH, Osara, Kogi State, has expelled two 200-level female students over alleged involvement in lesbianism, as part of wider disciplinary actions approved at the institution’s 30th Regular Senate Meeting held on April 29, 2026.
According to separate letters signed by the Deputy Registrar, Academic Affairs, Mr. Eli Usman Gbadafu, Ezekiel Precious Omeneke, a 200-level Economics student, and Aku Joy Chinyere, a 200-level Accounting student, were expelled over alleged involvement in lesbian activities.
The university also expelled Musa Abdulhakeem Onimisi, a 200-level Petroleum and Gas Engineering student, for alleged physical assault and stabbing of another student during a confrontation.
In addition, Dominion Kolade A., a 200-level Physiotherapy student, was expelled for allegedly cloning and circulating photographs of two female students without their consent.
In a related disciplinary action, Agbakaru Kosikochukwu, a 200-level Radiography student, was rusticated for one academic session over fighting and physical assault.
The management disclosed the sanctions in a statement issued on Sunday, May 10, 2026, stating that the decisions followed investigations conducted by the university’s Students’ Disciplinary Committee. The Deputy Registrar said the Senate’s decision takes immediate effect.
Vice-Chancellor of the university, Engr. Prof. Abdulrahman Asipita Salawu, FNSE, commended the Students’ Disciplinary Committee for what he described as a thorough and fair investigation process. “The University remains committed to training students in both character and learning, stressing that the Management will not compromise on discipline and adherence to the institution’s rules and regulations,” Salawu said.
The university management described the actions as part of efforts to maintain discipline, uphold moral standards, and ensure a safe learning environment within the institution. It further warned students against engaging in acts capable of jeopardizing their academic future and reputation, stressing that the university would continue to enforce its rules and regulations without compromise.
The institution reiterated its commitment to producing graduates distinguished not only by academic excellence but also by good character and discipline.
