The management of Taraba State University (TSU), Jalingo, has suspended the Students’ Union Government (SUG) indefinitely following allegations of gross misconduct during the recently concluded 2025 Students’ Week celebration.
The decision followed widespread outrage over photos and videos that surfaced online from the controversial “Gender Swap Day” event, which many described as immoral and contrary to the institution’s values and dress code.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, and signed by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sunday Paul Bako, the university described the incident as “regrettable and disappointing,” adding that the behavior of some students during the celebration was inconsistent with the institution’s moral and academic standards.
An emergency meeting of the university management held on Monday, October 13, reviewed the incident and attributed the disorderly conduct to poor supervision and coordination by the current SUG leadership.
As part of the resolutions reached, the SUG was suspended indefinitely to allow for a comprehensive restructuring of student leadership and representation. The university further announced plans to introduce a new framework to strengthen accountability, discipline, and inclusiveness among student leaders.
The statement added that students found to have misrepresented the university’s image would face disciplinary action, while those involved in criminal acts had already been arrested and would be handed over to security agencies for further investigation.
In a swift reaction, the SUG President, Victor Mishak Abednego, issued an official apology to the university management, expressing regret over the embarrassment caused by the event and pledging strict compliance with university regulations in future activities.
The management reaffirmed its commitment to upholding academic excellence and moral integrity, warning that any form of misconduct will not be tolerated in future student-organized events.
