Federal University Otuoke Sets the Record Straight on Staff Dismissals Amid Controversy

The Federal University Otuoke has issued a statement clarifying the disciplinary measures taken against certain staff members following recent claims by former employee Mr. Fada Doupere, who was dismissed for willfully absconding from duty and relocating to the UK.

The university asserts that these claims misrepresent the circumstances surrounding the disciplinary actions and aims to provide clarity on the matter.

According to the university’s official statement, the Governing Council took appropriate disciplinary actions against the involved staff after adhering to due processes as outlined in the institution’s conditions of service. The university emphasized that the dismissals were not arbitrary but followed thorough investigations and trials, ensuring that all procedures were respected.

The university highlighted several key points regarding the disciplinary actions:

1. Due Process Followed: The dismissals were the result of established disciplinary processes rather than federal mandates. Each case underwent rigorous investigation.

2. Comprehensive Investigations: The affected staff members were not the only individuals scrutinized; some colleagues were acquitted or faced other disciplinary measures based on the investigations.

3. Nature of Misconduct: The established misconduct included willful absenteeism, examination malpractice, and holding multiple jobs simultaneously, among other violations.

4. Duration of Absence: Some staff had been absent for over a year before their dismissal.

5. Union Involvement: All university unions participated in the Staff Disciplinary Committee, actively contributing to the processes that led to the dismissals.

The university urges the public to recognize its commitment to maintaining high professional and ethical standards and to disregard any misinformation being disseminated on social media by dissatisfied individuals.

As the institution continues to uphold academic integrity and the welfare of its students, it remains focused on ensuring that all staff adhere to the highest standards of conduct.