Prof. Clement Adebooye, Vice Chancellor of Osun State University, warned new students against participating in cultism, cybercrime, and other forms of misconduct [1].
The warning comes as the institution seeks to maintain campus safety and discipline among its incoming population. By addressing these issues early, the university administration aims to deter illegal activities that could jeopardize the academic environment or the safety of the student body [1].
Adebooye addressed the students at the university in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria [1]. He said that the institution maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward behavior that violates university regulations. The Vice Chancellor said that the university will not overlook activities that disrupt the peace of the campus, including the formation of secret cults or the use of digital tools for criminal gain [1].
"Sanctions will be strictly enforced for every violation of the institution’s regulations," Adebooye said [1].
The administration is focusing on preventing the infiltration of cult groups, which have historically caused instability in various higher education institutions across the region. Additionally, the focus on cybercrime reflects a broader effort to combat the rise of digital fraud among youth in Nigeria [1].
University officials said that the goal is to ensure that students focus on their academic pursuits without the interference of criminal elements. The university expects all students to adhere to the code of conduct to avoid facing severe disciplinary actions [1].
“"Sanctions will be strictly enforced for every violation of the institution’s regulations."”
This directive signals a proactive approach by UNIOSUN to curb systemic issues such as 'yahoo-yahoo' (cyber fraud) and campus cultism, which frequently plague Nigerian universities. By issuing these warnings during the orientation period, the university is attempting to establish a legal and disciplinary baseline to justify immediate expulsions or police referrals should these crimes occur.
