University takes disciplinary action as probe continues into online harassment linked to suspended student leader facing extortion allegations.

The Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has suspended two students over their alleged involvement in cyberbullying and the circulation of a private video linked to the institution’s suspended Students’ Union Government (SUG) president, James Iyanuoluwa Adio.

The decision, which takes immediate effect, was announced in a statement issued on Friday via the university’s official news platform. The statement was signed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Tajudeen Opoola, who is currently serving as Acting Vice-Chancellor.

According to the university, the affected students — Alao Iyanuoluwa Odunayo and Olawale Abiodun Samuel — are accused of conspiring to harass Adio online by publishing details of his private life after he allegedly failed to meet certain financial demands.

FUOYE management condemned the act, describing it as misconduct capable of damaging the institution’s reputation. It stressed that while investigations are ongoing, the suspension is necessary to maintain discipline and uphold the university’s standards.

“The university will not tolerate any behaviour that could tarnish its image,” the statement noted, adding that efforts are underway to fully unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The development comes amid an earlier disciplinary action against Adio, who was suspended last week alongside a Deputy Director in the Students’ Affairs Division over alleged involvement in extortion.

Adio is accused of indirect participation in the unlawful collection of ₦1,000 from newly admitted students for practical sessions, with reports indicating that about ₦700,000 was traced to his personal account.

Following his suspension, a private video allegedly involving him surfaced online and quickly gained traction on social media, prompting reactions from various quarters, including the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS).

University authorities have reiterated their commitment to enforcing discipline and ensuring that all cases are thoroughly investigated in line with institutional regulations.