Vice Chancellor Approves Interdiction of LASUCOM Provost; Deputy Provost Takes Over

The Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, has approved the interdiction of Prof. Biodun Adewuya, the Provost of the Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM). The interdiction, effective from September 3, 2024, is based on allegations of insubordination, unauthorized disclosure of official information, actions prejudicial to the security of the University and the State, divided loyalty, and conduct unbecoming of a public officer.

According to a memo dated August 30, 2024, with reference number LASU/ASE/PF/3394, these actions constitute serious misconduct and violate the University’s regulations as outlined in Chapter 3, Sections 3.6 and 3.8 (3.8.1) of the Conditions of Service for Senior Staff (September 2017). Prof. Adewuya had previously been issued two queries regarding these allegations, but his responses were deemed unsatisfactory by the Vice Chancellor, leading to the referral of the case to the Joint Council-Senate Disciplinary Committee for further investigation.

During the interdiction period, which will last for an initial three months, Prof. Adewuya is relieved of all official duties. In the interim, Prof. Olufemi Emmanuel Idowu, the Deputy Provost of LASUCOM, has been appointed as Acting Provost effective September 3, 2024. Prof. Idowu, from the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, will serve in this capacity pending the outcome of the investigation.