UNICAL Suspends 19 Students Over Alleged Examination Malpractice

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has suspended 19 students for one academic session over alleged examination malpractice.

The disciplinary action followed the recommendations of the university's Students' Disciplinary Committee, which were subsequently approved by the institution's Senate.

According to a statement issued by the university, the affected students will remain suspended throughout the 2025/2026 academic session and are expected to resume their studies in the 2026/2027 academic session.

The suspended students are drawn from several faculties and departments, including Administration, Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, Arts, Education, Allied Medical Sciences, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Nursing Science, Peace and Conflict Studies, Science Laboratory Technology, Estate Management, and Marketing.

The university directed all Deans, Heads of Departments and other relevant officials to ensure strict enforcement of the suspension, reiterating its commitment to upholding academic integrity, discipline and the credibility of its examination process.