It was indeed a bad day for dishonest students of Enugu state owned University as it has suspended 24 over exam malpractices in the ivory tower.
The State University of Applied and Medical Sciences (SUMAS) in a release on Wednesday stated that the move was to “reaffirm it’s zero tolerance for indiscipline all forms of academic dishonesty.”
The release which was signed by the Registrar of the institution, Dr. A. U. Onah and made available to WITHIN NIGERIA further reads thus;
“The Registrar State University of Medical and Applied Sciences (SUMAS), Igbo-Eno, Enugu State, has suspended 24 students for the 2026/2027 academic session over various offences, including academic malpractices and other acts of indiscipline.
“The disciplinary action underscores the University’s firm commitment to maintaining high academic standards, promoting discipline, and upholding the principles of integrity, accountability, and responsible conduct within the university community.
“The suspension of the affected students demonstrates the University’s resolve to ensure that academic excellence is achieved through hard work, honesty, and strict adherence to established rules and regulations, rather than through dishonest practices or misconduct.
“As a specialised institution committed to producing competent, ethical, and professionally responsible graduates, SUMAS places a high premium on character formation, discipline, and respect for institutional values.”
The release further stated that “consequently, the University will not condone any conduct capable of undermining the credibility of its academic programmes or disrupting the peaceful and orderly atmosphere required for teaching, learning, and research.
“The University reiterates that its zero-tolerance policy on academic malpractice, examination misconduct, and other forms of indiscipline applies to every member of the university community, irrespective of status or position. Both staff and students are expected to uphold the highest standards of professional and personal conduct in the discharge of their respective responsibilities.
“The Management further emphasises that the institution’s disciplinary measures are not intended merely to punish offenders but also to serve as a deterrent, reinforce institutional discipline, and safeguard the integrity and reputation of the University.
“Students are therefore advised to familiarise themselves with the University’s rules and regulations, conduct themselves responsibly, and avoid any act that could jeopardise their academic progress and future careers.
“With this decisive action, SUMAS has once again demonstrated that it remains resolute in its determination to build an institution where academic integrity, discipline, excellence, and responsible citizenship are non-negotiable values.
“At SUMAS, academic excellence goes hand in hand with discipline, integrity, and character.”
