Kogi State Polytechnic Withdraws 229 Students for Poor Grades

Kogi State Polytechnic has officially withdrawn 229 students for poor academic performance, as approved by the academic board during a meeting held on May 12, 2026. The decision was communicated in a statement issued by the Acting Coordinator of Public Relations and Protocol, John Amo Onimisi, on Thursday.

The academic board, chaired by Rector Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidim, conducted a thorough verification exercise to ensure the accuracy and fairness of the results submitted by various departments. The committee responsible for the verification scrutinized the submissions to maintain compliance with the institution's academic regulations.

The board emphasized that the withdrawal of these students is a necessary measure to uphold academic integrity and preserve the quality of certifications issued by the institution. The rector commended the committee members for their diligent efforts in this process, which aims to encourage discipline and improve academic commitment among students.