By Hadiza Abdulkadir
The management of Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila has rusticated nine students over their involvement in examination malpractice during the first semester examinations of the 2025/2026 academic session.
The decision was announced in a Special Bulletin issued by the university’s Registry following the approval of the institution’s Senate after reviewing reported cases of examination misconduct and plagiarism.
According to the bulletin, the affected students were found guilty of violating the university’s examination regulations. As a result, the Senate approved their rustication for one academic session as part of disciplinary measures to maintain academic integrity.
The university management said the action reflects its commitment to promoting honesty, discipline, and fairness within the academic environment.
It also reiterated that examination malpractice and all forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
Students were therefore urged to strictly adhere to examination rules and regulations, with the management emphasising that integrity remains central to the institution’s mission of producing morally upright and academically sound graduates.
Members of the university community were advised to take note of the Senate’s decision and continue to uphold the core values of the institution.