Achievers University Wields the Big Stick, Expels 15 Students Over Sex Videos, Drugs, Cyber Misconduct

Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, has expelled no fewer than 15 students for offences ranging from the production and circulation of explicit sex videos to drug-related activities and cyber misconduct, reinforcing the institution’s zero-tolerance stance on indiscipline.

The decision was disclosed by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Dr. Bode Ayorinde, during the University’s 19th matriculation ceremony, where 936 newly admitted students were formally welcomed into the Institution.

Addressing the fresh students and their parents, Dr. Ayorinde said the expulsions followed thorough investigations into acts that contradict the core values of the University and pose reputational risks. He warned that misuse of social media, particularly acts that publicly Associate the Institution with indecent or criminal behaviour, would attract immediate sanctions.

According to him, some of the expelled students were involved in recording and sharing sexually explicit content, while others were linked to drug abuse, cyber misconduct and other acts considered inimical to moral and academic standards.

In a stern warning, the pro-chancellor cautioned students against reckless online behaviour, stressing that digital platforms should be used responsibly. He cited a case where a final-year student was expelled and had his tuition refunded after making a social media post interpreted as inciting violent or extremist actions against the University community.

Dr. Ayorinde further revealed that discipline enforcement is consistent at Achievers University, noting that in the previous academic year, 17 students were dismissed for fraudulent attempts to obtain examination clearance without paying fees, while three others were expelled for dealing in hard drugs.

He reiterated that the Institution maintains zero tolerance for cultism, bullying, examination malpractice, cybercrime, sexual misconduct, drug abuse and all forms of criminal or unethical behaviour, adding that any student found culpable faces outright dismissal.

In his remarks, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Amos Aremu, urged the matriculating students to see their admission as a call to excellence, discipline and responsible citizenship. He emphasized that academic success must be matched with good character, resilience and respect for institutional rules.

Prof. Aremu also encouraged students to build healthy relationships with peers, lecturers and mentors, noting that positive networks are critical to academic growth and future career opportunities.

The University management assured parents and stakeholders of its commitment to maintaining a safe, disciplined and conducive learning environment, where academic excellence and moral integrity remain non-negotiable.