Monday, April 14, 2025 - The management of Lagos
State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) has dismissed three
lecturers over allegations of s3xual harassment.
The affected lecturers are Mr. Nurudeen Hassan from the
Department of Mass Communication, and Mr. Kareem Arigbabu and Mr. Olayinka
Uthman from the Department of Arts & Design.
In a memo titled DISMISSAL OF STAFF MEMBERS DUE TO
S3XUAL HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS, the institution disclosed that the decision
was reached after deliberations by the university’s Governing Council in
accordance with Section 5.5.2(v) of the University Senior Staff Conditions of
Service.
“The Governing Council of Lagos State University of Science
and Technology (LASUSTECH) has taken decisive action in response to allegations
of s3xual harassment involving three staff members. After a thorough
investigation and deliberation, the council has approved the dismissal,” the
memo stated.
“This decision, which is effective immediately, is in
accordance with Section 5.5.2(v) of the University Senior Staff Conditions of
Service,” it continued.
The memo also reiterated LASUSTECH’s commitment to curbing
s3xual misconduct, saying, “The university takes allegations of s3xual
harassment seriously, as they compromise the institution’s image and disrupt
the academic environment. The Governing Council’s decision reflects the
university’s commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful campus community.”
Confirming the development, the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Olanrewaju Kuye, said, “It is true, the three of them were dismissed. The Governing Council followed all procedures. We gave them queries before they were dismissed.”
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