FUOYE Lecturer Alleged Sexual Harassment and Rape: Reports of Return to Campus Raise Concerns
Students and staff at Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) are expressing concerns after reports that a lecturer, Raphael Segun Larayetan, accused of sexual harassment and rape, has reportedly returned to campus despite unresolved allegations.
Allegations Against the Lecturer
The allegations, first reported by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), involve a student named Roseline and two others. FIJ reported that the students had complained to university authorities, prompting FUOYE to set up investigation panels. However, the process reportedly left the main complainant feeling humiliated, and no official findings were publicly released.
University Response and Suspension
Earlier reports indicated that the lecturer was quietly suspended during the investigation. Despite this, the latest FIJ update claims he has been seen back on campus, sparking concerns about student safety and institutional accountability.
Calls for Transparency and Student Protection
With FUOYE yet to publicly clarify the outcome of the investigation, students and observers are questioning the university’s commitment to transparency, justice, and protection of students. The case has reignited debates about the responsibility of Nigerian universities to provide safe learning environments.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on media coverage. Allegations remain unverified by court proceedings, and the university has not publicly released a final decision at the time of publication.