Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has dismissed a student, Oladipupo Siwajuola, following findings that implicated him in multiple serious violations of institutional rules. The offences, which the university described as gross misconduct, included involvement in fetish practices, drug peddling, impersonation, and dishonesty.
The controversy gained public traction in early May 2025 when Siwajuola’s mother accused the university of negligence after her son was declared missing. However, Babcock, in an official statement signed by its Director of Marketing and Communication, Dr. Joshua Suleiman, clarified that Siwajuola’s disappearance was premeditated, as he deliberately disguised himself and sneaked off campus on April 28, 2025.
Ritual Soap Purchase and ‘Yahoo Plus’ Confession
A central element in the university’s findings was Siwajuola’s admission that he bought a black soap from a traditional herbalist for N100,000. This transaction, he confessed, was intended for ritual purposes — contradicting his mother’s earlier claim that the soap was for treating a skin condition.
The student revealed during interrogation that he had ventured into fetish practices as part of a “Yahoo Yahoo Plus” scheme, a slang term for internet fraud enhanced with rituals. “He admitted to seeking quick riches through these fetish means,” the university stated, highlighting the growing concern of such fraudulent practices among youths.
Siwajuola’s confession was made in a voluntary written statement and later corroborated before the university’s disciplinary committee. His admission marked a turning point in the investigation, dismantling the narrative that portrayed him as a victim of institutional negligence.
Other Offences: Drug Peddling, Impersonation, and Loan Fraud
Beyond the fetish involvement, Babcock University said Siwajuola also confessed to drug peddling and borrowing N500,000 from an online loan app to fund gambling. In addition, he impersonated another student to open a bank account — a violation of both institutional and legal boundaries.
He further sold his personal mobile phone without proper authorization and falsely claimed that his father had approved the transaction. These actions, according to the university, demonstrated a consistent pattern of deception and disregard for student conduct policies.
“These infractions amount to serious breaches of the Babcock University Student Handbook and cannot be condoned,” the statement emphasized.
Contradictions in Parental Claims and Discovery in Lagos
The university also debunked claims by Siwajuola’s mother, who said her son was found by his secondary school friends. Instead, Babcock revealed that the mother of his friend, Sodiq — with whom he was hiding in Lagos — discovered him and alerted Siwajuola’s family after becoming aware of the controversy online.
The university expressed disappointment over what it described as “sensational and baseless accusations” made by the student’s mother on social media. These public allegations, according to the institution, painted a false picture of negligence and malfeasance.
“While these claims were not only false but misleading, Babcock University will refrain from pursuing a libel case at this time, out of respect for the responsible conduct shown by the student’s father,” Dr. Suleiman added.
Expulsion and Emphasis on Student Safety and Integrity by Babcock University
After a comprehensive internal investigation and disciplinary process, Babcock University said it had no choice but to expel Siwajuola with immediate effect. The institution stressed that it remains committed to upholding the highest standards of discipline and moral integrity among its students.
“While we recognise the emotional toll of this decision on the family involved, our foremost responsibility remains the safety, spiritual wellbeing, and moral uprightness of all students entrusted to our care,” Dr. Suleiman stated.
The Babcock university reaffirmed its zero-tolerance stance on criminality, cultism, and practices that undermine its core values. It called on parents and guardians to support institutions in fostering accountability and upright conduct among young people, especially in a digital age fraught with the lure of quick wealth.
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