The Federal University Oye-Ekiti has suspended two students over their alleged involvement in the cyberbullying of the institution’s suspended Students’ Union Government (SUG) President, James Iyanuoluwa Adio.
The decision was disclosed in a statement published on the university’s official news portal and signed by the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Tajudeen Opoola, through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration).
The affected students, Alao Iyanuoluwa Odunayo and Olawale Abiodun Samuel, were accused of conspiring to cyberbully Adio by allegedly publishing information relating to his private life online.
According to the university, the students allegedly shared details of Adio’s personal affairs on digital platforms because of his inability to meet certain financial demands.
The management described the alleged conduct as unacceptable and capable of tarnishing the institution’s image and reputation.
While investigations into the matter are still ongoing, the university directed both students to proceed on immediate suspension pending the outcome of the inquiry.
The statement reiterated FUOYE’s commitment to maintaining discipline and preventing actions that could bring the institution into disrepute.
The latest development comes shortly after Adio himself was suspended by the university alongside the Deputy Director of Students Affairs over allegations connected to extortion.
University authorities had accused the suspended SUG president of indirect involvement in the collection of ₦1,000 from newly admitted students for practical sessions.
According to the institution, approximately ₦700,000 generated from the exercise was traced to Adio’s personal bank account, prompting further investigations into the matter.
The university has indicated that disciplinary processes regarding both cases will continue in line with its regulations and procedures.
