The Academic Board of Kogi State Polytechnic has approved the first semester results for the 2025/2026 academic session and withdrawn 229 students due to poor academic performance.
The development was announced in a statement issued on Thursday in Lokoja by the institution’s Acting Coordinator of Public Relations and Protocols, John Amos Onimisi.
According to the statement, the decision was reached during the Academic Board meeting held on May 12, 2026, under the leadership of the Rector, Salihu Sanusi Avidime.
“The meeting had in attendance Principal Officers, Deans, Heads of Departments, and other members of the Academic Board, who deliberated extensively on academic matters concerning the institution”
Onimisi explained that the approval of the results followed a detailed verification process carried out by the Academic Board Central Results Verification Committee.
“The committee carefully scrutinised and authenticated the submissions from various departments and schools to ensure accuracy, fairness, and compliance with the Polytechnic’s academic regulations.
“The committee’s report subsequently served as a critical guide in the Academic Board’s deliberations and final decisions on the results,” he said.
He added that the Rector praised the committee members for their dedication and professionalism, noting that their efforts continued to strengthen the institution’s academic standards and integrity.
The Board stated that withdrawing the affected students was necessary to maintain academic excellence and protect the quality of certificates awarded by the institution.
It further noted that the action aligned with the school’s academic regulations and was aimed at promoting discipline and stronger academic commitment among students.
