Arthur Jarvis University in Cross River State has expelled five students for their involvement in fighting and bullying, while five others have been suspended for related offenses. The university’s acting Registrar, Lady Mary Dan-Abia, stated that the disciplinary measures were taken to uphold discipline and maintain a safe learning environment. The expelled students were found guilty of direct involvement in violent incidents, while those remotely involved received suspensions—three for one month and two for two weeks. All affected students have since vacated the university campus.

The disciplinary action followed investigations into two separate incidents of fighting and gang bullying, which occurred on December 12, 2024, and January 18, 2025. The students appeared before the school’s disciplinary panel on January 20, 2025, where their roles in the incidents were reviewed. Dan-Abia emphasized that the punishment serves as both a deterrent and a clear message that the university has zero tolerance for bullying, violence, and misconduct.

The acting registrar also noted that the decision came shortly after the Chancellor addressed the student body, warning them against engaging in vices such as drug use, possession, and trafficking. The Chancellor had reiterated that any student caught in such activities would face automatic expulsion. This recent disciplinary action aligns with the university’s firm stance on maintaining high moral and academic standards.

Dan-Abia reaffirmed that no student is above the school’s rules, urging others to learn from the consequences faced by their peers. She stressed that respect for others and adherence to university regulations are non-negotiable, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to fostering a disciplined and conducive learning environment.