MAPOLY Expels 365 HND Students Over Fake Results

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta has expelled 365 students for gaining admission with falsified academic documents.

The affected students were found to have submitted fake National Diploma results and forged academic transcripts from different schools during the admission process.

Why were the students expelled?

The students were expelled because they gained admission into the Polytechnic with falsified documents.

The documents involved were fake ND results and forged transcripts presented to support admission into HND programmes.

How were the false documents found?

The expulsion followed a credential verification exercise carried out on documents submitted during admission and registration.

The exercise checked the academic records presented by students and led to the discovery of falsified documents.

Which schools had affected students?

The 365 expelled students were spread across five schools within the Polytechnic.

The distribution is as follows:

• School of Communication and Information Technology: 156
• School of Engineering: 36
• School of Business and Management Studies: 117
• School of Science and Technology: 54
• School of Environmental Studies: 2

The School of Communication and Information Technology recorded the highest number of affected students.

What has the Rector said to admission seekers?

The Rector, Arc. Dr. 'Koye Jolaoso, has cautioned prospective applicants and admission seekers against the use of fake academic credentials.

The warning applies to candidates seeking admission into Moshood Abiola Polytechnic through any programme route.

What does the decision mean for applicants?

Applicants should ensure that every result, transcript and admission document submitted to the Polytechnic is genuine.

The Polytechnic has linked the decision to its stand against fraudulent practices and academic misconduct; admission seekers who submit false records risk severe action.

What should prospective HND applicants check before applying?

Prospective HND applicants should confirm that their ND results and academic transcripts are valid before submission.

They should also ensure that all documents match the records from the schools that issued them.

What is the Polytechnic's position on academic misconduct?

Moshood Abiola Polytechnic has stated its zero-tolerance policy against fraudulent practices and other forms of academic misconduct.

The Rector said the action reflects the Polytechnic's stand on academic integrity, excellence, transparency and professionalism in tertiary education.

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