UNICAL suspends another lecturer over alleged extortion

The University of Calabar has suspended Dr. Joseph Idung, a lecturer in the Department of Science Laboratory Technology, following allegations of refusing to return funds collected from students for their induction into the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT).

The suspension, effective immediately, was confirmed in a letter signed by the university’s Registrar, Gabriel Egbe.

The university administration expressed disappointment at Dr. Idung’s failure to refund the money, noting that his actions have triggered an official investigation.

This suspension follows a recent disciplinary action involving Dr. Joseph Akpan, Acting Head of the Department of Pharmacology, who was also suspended over the manipulation of examination scores.

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Vice Chancellor Professor Florence Obi has directed Dr. Idung to hand over all university property in his possession to the Head of Department.

Additionally, he has been instructed to stay off campus, except when responding to inquiries from the Anti-Corruption and Transparency Monitoring Unit (ACTU), which is overseeing the investigation.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Dr. Idung has been placed on half salary for the duration of his suspension, pending the outcome of the investigation.

This move underscores the university’s commitment to maintaining accountability and transparency within its academic environment.