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FG Orders Tertiary Institutions to Dismiss Students Found Guilty of Kidnapping

FG Orders Tertiary Institutions to Dismiss Students Found Guilty of Kidnapping

The Federal Government has directed Vice-Chancellors, Rectors and Provosts to dismiss students found culpable of kidnapping or related offences after a proper investigation. Education Minister Tunji Alausa issued the directive during a meeting with the management of the Federal University of Lafia. He said tertiary institutions must not become safe havens for criminal elements. Alausa also asked school authorities to strengthen internal intelligence and maintain close contact with the DSS and other security agencies. He said the government is working on a broader plan to improve the Safe Schools Initiative and protect learners on and off campus. The minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s position against negotiating with or paying ransom to kidnappers.

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J
julia

What should a proper investigation look like before any student is dismissed, especially where criminal allegations are still being handled?

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H
hala

Should schools wait for a final legal decision, while still providing fair internal hearings and support for everyone affected?

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L
lily

The directive shows how seriously kidnapping-related offences are being treated, while also stressing that institutions should investigate before acting.

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N
nuru

Dismissal may be justified after culpability is established, but campuses should avoid becoming substitutes for the courts.

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G
grace

Schools need clear written procedures, independent disciplinary panels, and a chance for affected students to respond before final decisions are made.

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