Eastern Technical University Rusticates 58 Students Over Examination Malpractice
The Eastern Technical University of Sierra Leone has rusticated 58 students for one academic year following findings of examination malpractice and the forging of examination passes.
According to a public notice issued by the University Registry dated 2nd July 2026, the affected students were investigated by the Disciplinary Committee over allegations of examination-related offences during the First Semester Examinations.
The Committee, after completing its investigation, found the students guilty of the offences brought against them. Consequently, the University has imposed a one-year rustication period for the 2025/2026 academic year.
The rusticated students have also been barred from sitting the Second Semester Examinations.
The University directed all affected students to collect their official rustication letters from the Office of the Deputy Registrar, Administration, on Monday, 6th July 2026, at 10:00 a.m. prompt.
The institution has urged students to uphold academic integrity and comply with examination regulations, warning that acts of malpractice and fraudulent academic practices will attract disciplinary action.
