The management of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has suspended six lecturers over allegations of unauthorised sale of handouts and textbooks, while another lecturer has been suspended over alleged sexual harassment, as the institution probes claims of sex-for-marks, cultism, and other forms of misconduct.
The institution’s spokesperson, John Onimisi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Lokoja.
“Six lecturers on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, were suspended by the management of the institution for the unauthorised sale of handouts and textbooks, while a lecturer was also suspended for alleged sexual harassment,” the statement partly read.
The development follows growing concerns over alleged cases of sexual harassment, cult-related activities, and indiscipline within the polytechnic.
Sources within the institution alleged that some lecturers demanded sexual favours or money from female students in exchange for passing grades, while cult activities had also resurfaced on campus.
One source claimed that disciplinary measures introduced by the previous administration had weakened, emboldening erring staff and students.
The source further alleged that some female students who reported incidents of sexual harassment received little institutional support and were instead subjected to intimidation.
There were also claims that cult groups had resumed nocturnal meetings on campus despite previous efforts to curb such activities.
Additional allegations include the purported reintroduction of compulsory handout sales, a relaxed enforcement of the institution’s dress code, and lapses in student identity card compliance—factors the source said have contributed to declining discipline on campus.
However, responding to the allegations, Onimisi said the management had already commenced investigations through the institution’s disciplinary committee.
He assured that appropriate action would be taken based on the outcome of the probe.
“The school management is aware of the allegations, and the disciplinary committee of the Polytechnic is already investigating them. The outcome will be made available to journalists in due course,” he said.