The Senate of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has approved the withdrawal of twenty-seven students from the institution over poor academic performance and failure to register for two consecutive semesters, in line with the University’s Academic Regulations.
The decision was reached at the 166th Regular Meeting of the Senate, held on Wednesday, 29th July 2026, after the body considered a report from the Results Verification Committee, which had reviewed the academic standing of students across the University’s faculties and departments.
The affected students were drawn from the Faculties of Arts and Humanities, Education, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, and Medicine and Surgery. Eleven were withdrawn for failing to meet the minimum academic requirements, while sixteen others lost their studentship for failing to register for two consecutive semesters, in accordance with University regulations.
Withdrawn for poor academic performance:
- James Isaiah – 24EN1006, English and Literary Studies
- Alih Hameedat Ugbedo-Ojo – 24EN1171, English and Literary Studies
- Isah Abubakar Anaha – 24EN1201, English and Literary Studies
- Ekele Faruk Joseph – 24PA1029, Public Administration
- Peter Mercy Iye – 24PA1096, Public Administration
- Isah Sediq – 24PA1123, Public Administration
- Opaluwa Achimugu – 24PA1152, Public Administration
- Idris Husseina – 24SC1156, Sociology
- Zakari Abdullahi Abdullahi – 26MD1019, Health Science
- Unekwu Priscilla Ochoniya – 26MD1046, Health Science
- Prince Mathew Victor – 26MD1047, Health Science
Withdrawn for failure to register for two consecutive semesters:
- Moses Omachoko Cornelius – 24EN1095, English and Literary Studies
- Ujah Stephanie Uyojo – 24EN1146, English and Literary Studies
- Reuben John Usman – 24BA2017, Business Administration
- Egah Timothy – 23EE1084, Social Science Education
- Sumaila Tenimu – 23EE1011, Social Science Education
- Abubakar Aliqahhar – 24EE1082, Social Science Education
- Afolayan Emmanuel Temidayo – 24GE1015, Social Science Education
- Bamokwu Usman – 24SE1193, Social Science Education
- Yusuf Nafisah Opeyemi – 24HE1034, Human Kinetics & Health Education
- Alabi Moses Kolawole – 24HE1042, Human Kinetics & Health Education
- Ilemona Maria Attah – 24HE1085, Human Kinetics & Health Education
- Nurudeen Muhammed Salihu – 24HE1091, Human Kinetics & Health Education
- Abubakar Muhammed Awwal – 23IE1018, Arts Education
- Unwujo Habibat – 23IE1035, Arts Education
- Noah Ojonanyi Shedrach – 23BF1232, Banking & Finance
- Semion Praise – 24SE1256, Social Science Education
The Vice-Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Prof. Salisu Ogbo Usman, commended members of the Results Verification Committee for their diligence, objectivity, and commitment to upholding the University’s academic standards.
He reiterated the resolve of the Senate and University Management to sustain academic excellence, discipline, and quality assurance, stressing that while the University would continue to provide a conducive learning environment, students must equally demonstrate commitment to their studies and comply with existing academic regulations.
The Vice-Chancellor urged all continuing students to remain focused, take advantage of the University’s enabling academic environment, and strive for excellence in both character and learning.
Meanwhile, the affected students have been directed to submit all University property in their possession — including identity cards and other official items — to the security unit before exiting the institution.
