Maduka University to Take Legal Action Against Allegations of Admission Scam
Maduka University refutes claims of involvement in an admission scam, asserting its commitment to fair enrollment processes and student welfare, amid growing concerns over education standards in Nigeria.
Mary Nwaeze 
Maduka University, based in Enugu State, Nigeria, has announced its intention to pursue legal action against individuals responsible for recent publications accusing the institution of involvement in an admission scam. The allegations suggested that Maduka University had deceived over 400 nursing students, each paying ₦800,000 without receiving admission.
The university, founded by Dr. Sam Maduka Onyishi, Chairman of the Peace Group, vehemently denied these claims. In an official response, Dr. Onyishi stated that the university's legal team is reviewing the situation and will take necessary action against those behind the "malicious story." He urged the public to disregard the false narrative, affirming the institution's commitment to providing quality education and fostering a conducive learning environment.
Moreover, Maduka University clarified its admission process, asserting that students are only required to pay fees after formal admission into their programs. The institution emphasized that it is against their policy to collect fees from prospective students before offering admission. They challenged anyone making such allegations to provide evidence and demanded scrutiny of their records to disprove the accusations.
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In other news, a survey conducted by news men revealed a growing demand for off-campus accommodation among students of the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, due to the poor conditions of university-owned hostels. Students expressed dissatisfaction with the state of the hostels, citing issues such as inadequate water supply and sanitation problems. Many students have opted for private off-campus accommodations, despite the higher costs, due to the more favorable living conditions offered.
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Private hostel managers noted an increase in demand, attributing it to the failure of the government to provide suitable hostel facilities. Off-campus hostel prices range from N230,000 to N470,000 for initial payments, with subsequent payments seeing a reduction of about 15 percent.
This news comes amidst ongoing discussions about the state of university infrastructure and student welfare across Nigeria.
