TASUED Suspends Lecturer Wanted Over Sex-for-Marks Allegation

The Management of Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, has suspended a lecturer, Dr. Olaniran Balogun, who was declared wanted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission, over sex-for-marks allegation.

Few days ago, the ICPC had declared Balogun, who was the Head of Department of Religious Studies, TASUED, wanted for allegedly abusing his office and demanding gratification.

Reacting, the management of TASUED said it had relieved Balogun of his position and had placed him on interdiction until he cleared himself of all allegations of misdemeanours brought against him by the federal anti-graft agency.

The institution’s Deputy Registrar, Media and Corporate Relations, Gbenga Omilola, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday.

The statement read in part, “The said Dr Olaniran Balogun is a lecturer at the Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, Ogun State. Dr Balogun is currently under investigation for the alleged misdemeanor and has since been relieved of his position as the Head of Department, Religious Studies.

“He has also been placed on interdiction until he clears himself of the various allegations levelled against him by ICPC.

“The university would therefore not condone any act of indiscipline and corrupt practices by any of its staff. Dr Balogun is further advised to immediately honour the invitation of the ICPC to clear himself of the allegations against him.”

Earlier, the ICPC had issued a warrant of arrest on the wanted lecturer.

In the statement posted on its portal, the ICPC said Balogun had been declared wanted in connection with a suspected case of demand for gratification and abuse of office.

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FAQs on the topic “TASUED Suspends Lecturer Wanted Over Sex-for-Marks Allegation”:

Why was the lecturer suspended?

The lecturer was suspended by Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) following allegations of sex-for-marks and abuse of office. The institution took action after the lecturer was declared wanted by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

Who declared the lecturer wanted and why?

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) declared the lecturer wanted over allegations of demanding gratification (including sexual favors) from students and abusing his official position.

What action did TASUED take against the lecturer?

The management of Tai Solarin University of Education placed the lecturer on interdiction (suspension) and removed him from his position as Head of Department pending the outcome of investigations.

What happens to the lecturer after the suspension?

The lecturer remains under investigation and is expected to honour the ICPC invitation to clear himself of the allegations. His suspension will remain until the case is resolved.

What is TASUED’s stance on misconduct like sex-for-marks?

Tai Solarin University of Education stated clearly that it does not tolerate indiscipline or corrupt practices among staff and is committed to maintaining its reputation and protecting students.