• About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
  • Login
Vital News
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security
No Result
View All Result
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security
No Result
View All Result
Vital News
No Result
View All Result
Home Education

Kogi Poly Elevates 8 Lecturers, Dismisses 4 For Sexual Harassment, Other Offences

Vital News by Vital News
March 16, 2023
in Education
0
Kogi Poly Elevates 8 Lecturers, Dismisses 4 For Sexual Harassment, Other Offences
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Lokoja – Four lecturers of the Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja have been dismisses for sexual harassment and victimization of female student, abscondment from duties, insubordination, falsification of record, disobedience to lawful order and diversion of TETFUND training grant.

Uredo Omale, Head, Public Relations and Protocol Unit of
the polytechnic disclosed this on Thursday in Lokoja .

She decision to dismiss the lecturers was taken at the 68th Regular Meeting of the institution’s Governing Council held on Wednesday, March 8.

According to her, the meeting also approved the dismissal of one lecturer for extortion of students to the tune of N210, 000.

Omale in a statement identified the dismissed staff to include Mr. Abutu Thompson Okolo, Department of Language and Communication, Mr. Ipinmoroti Samuel Adejoro, Mrs. Adegoke Kehinde Vivian (Both of the Department of Architectural Techology) and Sylvester Ojone Blessing of Registry Department.

RelatedStories

Solomon Ladi Boro Education Endowment Fund Disburses N1mln To 9 Indigent Students In Tertiary Institutions

Governor Ododo Bags Another National Honour In Education

Amid Allegation Of Certificate Forgery, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji Resigns As Minister

Yakubu Gowon University Honours Deputy Commissioner Of Police, Hakeem Adedeji, For Hard Work, Dedication

“Thompson, a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Language and Communication, was dismissed on account of sexual harassment and victimization of a female student in the Department of Computer Science.

“Both Mr. Ipinmoroti Samuel Adejoro and Mrs. Adegoke Kehinde Vivian, were dismissed for disobedience to lawful order, falsification of document to obtain training grant and diversion of the said training grant to the tune of 22,676,500.00 and 21,204,000.00 respectively.

“The Council directed the Management to use available legal means to recover from Mr. Ipinmoroti and Mrs. Adegoke the total sum of 22,676,500 and 21,204,000 respectively, being the fund they fraudulently collected as training grant without undergoing the training at the approved University in Malaysia.

“Mrs Slyvester Ojone Blessing was dismissed for absconding from duty from 5th January, 2020 to 31st July, 2022.

“Mrs Ojone is to refund the sum of 1,356,653.79, being the unearned salaries drawn from the Government within the period of abscondment.

“The Polytechnic also terminated the appointment of Mr Aremu Oloruntoba Samuel of the Department of Social Science and Humanities, School of General and Communication Studies, on account of gross misconduct bordering on extortion of students in the name of Continuous Assessment (CA).

“The probationary appointment of Mr Aremu was therefore terminated, just as he was directed to refund the sum of Two hundred of Ten thousand naira (N210,000.00) only being the illegal money he imposed and collected from the students for Continuous Assessment (CA),” the statemeñt said.

Omale said the council also approved the promotion of eight lecturers to the position of Chief Lecturers.

Those promoted are Dr Ayodele Shade Oluwakemi, Department of Computer Sciences, Mr Adalumo Adebola, Department of Fine Arts and Mr Lawal Fatai Kolade, Department of Statistics.

Others are: Dr Akande Stephen, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dr. Attah Yusuf Emmanuel, Department of Business Administration, Mr. Joel Tope Ebenezer, Department of Social Sciences and Humanities, Mr James Oricha, Department of Arts and Social Sciences and Mr. Aleshegba Ebenezer, Department of Industrial Design.

The statement said the Chairman of the Governing Council on behalf of the Council lauded the Management of the Polytechnic under the Rectors, Dr. Salisu Ogbo Usman, for its dedication to service.

He charged the management to come up with more positive reforms for sustainable academic development and excellence in the institution.

The Chairman also congratulated the newly promoted Chief Lecturers and charged them to justify the promotion with more dedication, hardwork and excellent research for academic development.

The Rector, Dr Usman appreciated the Chairman and Members of the Governing Council for their sustained support and consistent encouragement.

The Rector while joining the Chairman of the Governing Council to congratulate the newly promoted staff, he also admonished staff at all levels to desist from unethical conduct capable of tarnishing the hard earned reputation of the Polytechnic.

The Rector specifically appreciated His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello the Executive Governor of Kogi State, for providing the enablement for the entrenching reforms by not interfering in the internal administration of the Polytechnic.(vitalnewsngr.com)

Tags: dismisselevatelecturerspoly
Previous Post

Steve Oliyide And His Error Of Thoughts On Dapo Abiodun – Iyiola Aina

Next Post

Ganduje Donates N250mln To Kano Market Fire Victims

Vital News

Vital News

RelatedStories

Solomon Ladi Boro Education Endowment Fund Disburses N1mln To 9 Indigent Students In Tertiary Institutions
Education

Solomon Ladi Boro Education Endowment Fund Disburses N1mln To 9 Indigent Students In Tertiary Institutions

October 11, 2025
Kogi @34 : Let Us Chart A brighter Course For Our Collective Future, Ododo Charges Indigenes
Education

Governor Ododo Bags Another National Honour In Education

October 9, 2025
Amid Allegation Of Certificate Forgery, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji Resigns As Minister
Education

Amid Allegation Of Certificate Forgery, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji Resigns As Minister

October 7, 2025
Yakubu Gowon University Honours Deputy Commissioner Of Police, Hakeem Adedeji,  For Hard Work, Dedication
Education

Yakubu Gowon University Honours Deputy Commissioner Of Police, Hakeem Adedeji, For Hard Work, Dedication

October 2, 2025
BHPF : President Tinubu Approves Immediate Release Of N29,284,145,353.78 To 36 States,FCT
Education

FG Fixes Oct. 6 As Deadline For Certificate Verification Under New Education Policy

September 25, 2025
Next Post

Ganduje Donates N250mln To Kano Market Fire Victims

Oyo Pays N1.5bln Gratuity To 537 Retirees

Makinde Pays N325mln Compensation To Owners Of Property Demolished For Projects In Ibadan

Dabiri-Erewa Hails Aderinto For Winning $300,000 US Dan David 2023 Award

Makinde Congratulates, Celebrates Prof Aderinto For Winning $300,000 Dan David Prize

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Follow Us

Recommended

The Suspension of Wale Adedayo, Suspended Chairman, Ijebu East Local Government : What You Should Know  by Hon Fasheyi Adesuji Akindele

Cult Clashes : Ogun Restricts Movement From 7pm – 6am In Sagamu

2 years ago
Former Nigeria’s Health Minister, Gabriel Aduku Dies At 80

Former Nigeria’s Health Minister, Gabriel Aduku Dies At 80

2 years ago
First Female Plastic Surgeon In Northern Nigeria, Dr Halima David Dies At 60

First Female Plastic Surgeon In Northern Nigeria, Dr Halima David Dies At 60

2 years ago
Banditry, Kidnapping Will End In 2026 – Northern Elders Forum

Banditry, Kidnapping Will End In 2026 – Northern Elders Forum

4 weeks ago

Instagram

    Please install/update and activate JNews Instagram plugin.

Categories

  • Agriculture/ Water/ Mineral
  • Aviation
  • Business
  • Crime
  • Culture
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Environment
  • Football
  • Foreign
  • Gender
  • Health
  • Judiciary
  • Labour
  • Maritime/ Marine Transport
  • National
  • News
  • Oil & Gas
  • Opinion
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Power
  • Religion
  • Security
  • Sports
  • Tourism
  • Transport
  • Uncategorized

Topics

Abiodun Abuja APC arrest Atiku Bandits Bello Benue Buhari CBN cement Court Dangote death dies drugs Economy EFCC Election FG gunmen Hajj INEC Kano kidnap Kill Kogi Kwara Lagos NDLEA Niger Nigeria Ododo Ogun Oyo PDP Police Power refinery rescue road Security students Tinubu US
No Result
View All Result

Highlights

How Emirates Cargo Plane Skidded Off Runway In Hong Kong, Kill Two Persons On Ground

APC Stakeholders Urge LG Chairmen To Respect Senator Karimi’s Stance On Purported Endorsement

NDLEA Bursts Consignments Of Drugs Going To US, UK, DRC, Arrests Two Suspects

Man Suspected To Be Drug Supplier To Bandits Arrested In Kogi With N600,000 Cash

2027 : Kogi APC Members Adopt, Endorse President Tinubu, Ododo For Second Term In Office

Acting National Chairman, National Secretary Can Take Decisions On behalf Of SDP, Appeal Court Rules Against INEC

Trending

Ember Months : FRSC, Fleet Operators, Driving Schools,  Partner To Enhance Safety On Roads
News

Ember Months : FRSC, Fleet Operators, Driving Schools, Partner To Enhance Safety On Roads

by Vital News
October 20, 2025
0

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it is intensifying partnerships and capacity-building engagements with fleet operators...

Gov. Ododo Approves Installation Of 500kva Transformers In 30 Kogi Communities

Gov. Ododo Approves Installation Of 500kva Transformers In 30 Kogi Communities

October 20, 2025
ADC Suspends National Vice Chairman, Usani Usani,, For Anti-Party Activities

ADC Suspends National Vice Chairman, Usani Usani,, For Anti-Party Activities

October 20, 2025
How Emirates Cargo Plane Skidded Off Runway In Hong Kong, Kill Two Persons On Ground

How Emirates Cargo Plane Skidded Off Runway In Hong Kong, Kill Two Persons On Ground

October 20, 2025
APC Stakeholders Urge LG Chairmen To Respect Senator Karimi’s Stance On Purported Endorsement

APC Stakeholders Urge LG Chairmen To Respect Senator Karimi’s Stance On Purported Endorsement

October 20, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT
Vital News

Vital News is an online newspaper with a mission to uphold professional journalism by reporting and publishing only facts and figures-based news reports across Nigeria and beyond.

Recent News

  • Ember Months : FRSC, Fleet Operators, Driving Schools, Partner To Enhance Safety On Roads October 20, 2025
  • Gov. Ododo Approves Installation Of 500kva Transformers In 30 Kogi Communities October 20, 2025
  • ADC Suspends National Vice Chairman, Usani Usani,, For Anti-Party Activities October 20, 2025

Categories

  • Agriculture/ Water/ Mineral
  • Aviation
  • Business
  • Crime
  • Culture
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Environment
  • Football
  • Foreign
  • Gender
  • Health
  • Judiciary
  • Labour
  • Maritime/ Marine Transport
  • National
  • News
  • Oil & Gas
  • Opinion
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Power
  • Religion
  • Security
  • Sports
  • Tourism
  • Transport
  • Uncategorized

© 2022 Vital News - . All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security

© 2022 Vital News - Vital News by Vital News.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In