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Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has announced the expulsion of 60 students from various departments following allegations of examination misconduct. The decision was taken by the University Senate after reviewing reports and recommendations from the relevant academic and disciplinary committees.

EducationNGR also learnt that the action followed due process as outlined in the university’s regulations.

Decision of the University Senate

The expulsion was approved at the 431st Senate meeting, held on 7 January 2026. According to the university, the affected students were found culpable of different forms of examination malpractice. Based on the findings submitted to the Senate, expulsion was recommended as the appropriate sanction under existing rules.

The Senate adopted the recommendations in full, noting that the offences contravened established academic standards and disciplinary expectations of the institution.

Regulations Applied by the University

BUK stated that the decision was guided by the relevant provisions of its regulations, including:

• Category 20.17 (Ai–xiii) of the General Examinations and Academic Regulations (GEAR)

• Section 3.4.2 (Ai–xi) of the General Regulations Governing Postgraduate Studies (GRGPS)

These provisions outline sanctions for examination misconduct across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

List of Affected Students

The university confirmed that the names of the expelled students have been documented internally and communicated through official channels. Affected students are advised to refer to university notices for details specific to their cases.

BUK reiterated its commitment to maintaining academic integrity and warned that examination malpractice will continue to attract severe penalties in line with university regulations.

The expelled students are listed in the images attached below.

Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has inducted 51 new Doctors of Pharmacy at its third induction and oath-taking ceremony for the 2023/2024 academic session. The event took place on Tuesday at the Mahmud Tukur Theatre, Old Campus.

The Oath of Allegiance was administered by the Pharmaceutical Council of Nigeria (PCN) through its representative, Professor Olabisi Obisesan. She congratulated the graduands and urged them to uphold professional ethics, discipline, and high standards in the discharge of their duties. EducationNGR also learnt that the induction marks the official entry of the graduates into professional pharmacy practice.

Charge to New Pharmacists

Professor Obisesan advised the new pharmacists to prepare thoroughly for their mandatory internship at PCN-accredited centres, describing the induction as a critical stage in their professional development. She reminded them that the internship period would test both their technical competence and ethical judgement.

University Management’s Remarks

Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Haruna Musa, fsi, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Development), Professor Amina Mustapha, described the ceremony as a defining milestone in the professional journey of the graduands.

She highlighted the theme of the ceremony, “Innovative Access to Medicines: The Role of Advanced Logistics and Technology in Modern Pharmacy Practice.” According to her, modern pharmacy practice increasingly depends on digital technologies, data analytics, and efficient supply-chain systems to ensure safe, timely, and affordable access to medicines.

Keynote Address on Innovation

Delivering the keynote address, Pharm. Tukur Ibrahim called on pharmacists to embrace innovation and emerging technologies to strengthen medicine distribution systems, especially in hard-to-reach and underserved communities.

He stressed that pharmacists have a vital role to play in addressing supply-chain gaps and improving healthcare delivery through technology-driven solutions, noting that innovation is no longer optional in contemporary pharmacy practice.

Best Graduating Students and Awards

Speaking on behalf of the graduands, the overall best graduating student, Pharm. Maryam Abubakar Sulaiman, expressed gratitude to her parents, lecturers, and the university management for their support throughout her academic journey. She emerged as the overall best graduating Doctor of Pharmacy with a CGPA of 4.84.

Other award recipients include:

• Zainab Imam Sani, best graduating student in Pharmaceutical Microbiology and Biotechnology with a CGPA of 4.73

• Lukman Adeku, best graduating male Pharm D student with a CGPA of 4.53

• Amina Usman Umar, best graduating Pharm D student in Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry, and best student in Chemistry as well as Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine

Closing Remarks

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences commended the graduands for their academic excellence and urged them to serve the profession with integrity, dedication, and a strong sense of public responsibility.

The ceremony formally inducted the new pharmacists into professional practice, marking Bayero University’s third oath-taking and induction exercise for the Doctor of Pharmacy programme.

About Bayero University Kano

Nestled in the ancient and bustling city of Kano, Nigeria, Bayero University, Kano (BUK) stands as a premier institution of higher learning and a beacon of academic excellence in northern Nigeria. Established in 1975 from the old Ahmadu Bello College, it has grown into a sprawling, multi-campus university renowned for its robust academic programs and significant research output. The university is structured around two main campuses: the historic Old Campus near the city centre, home to faculties like Arts and Islamic Studies, and the vast, modern New Site at Gwarzo Road, which hosts most of the sciences, engineering, and social sciences. BUK’s identity is deeply interwoven with its environment, striving to blend modern scholarship with the rich Islamic and Hausa cultural heritage of the region, which is evident in its specialized centers and institutes.

As a comprehensive university, BUK offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across numerous faculties, including Law, Medicine, Agriculture, and Earth and Environmental Sciences. It is particularly celebrated for its strong programs in Arabic and Islamic Studies, Accounting, and Computer Science. Beyond academics, the university fosters a dynamic and diverse community, with a student population drawn from across Nigeria and beyond. It is a hub of intellectual activity, hosting conferences, and producing groundbreaking research aimed at addressing both local and global challenges. With its commitment to “Excellence in Service,” Bayero University, Kano continues to play a pivotal role in educating leaders, driving innovation, and contributing to the socio-economic development of Nigeria and the wider African continent.

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