Babcock University Expels Student Over Fetishism, Drug Peddling, and Disciplinary Violations Amid Social Media Controversy
Babcock University Expels Student Over Fetishism, Drug Peddling, and Disciplinary Violations Amid Social Media Controversy
Babcock University in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has officially expelled student Oladipupo Siwajuola following violations of university regulations, including engagement in fetish practices, drug trafficking, impersonation, and dishonesty.
Siwajuola’s disappearance in early May 2025 garnered public attention after his mother publicly accused the university on social media of neglecting its duty of care.
In a formal statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Dr. Joshua Suleiman, the university’s Director of Marketing and Communication, Babcock University clarified that Siwajuola intentionally left the campus on April 28, 2025, without permission. He reportedly disguised himself in a hoodie and sneaked out through the teaching hospital gate.
“The student’s disappearance was neither accidental nor due to university negligence. It was a deliberate act involving multiple misconducts that breach the standards outlined in the Babcock University Student Handbook,” the statement explained.
The university further disclosed that Siwajuola was returned to campus by his father on May 15, 2025, and subsequently summoned by the Security Services Department for a formal interview.
During his voluntary statement, which was later verified before the Disciplinary Committee, Siwajuola admitted to several violations, including purchasing a black soap from a herbalist for N100,000—contradicting his mother’s claim that she provided it for a skin condition. He revealed that the soap was intended for ritual purposes linked to a scheme often referred to as ‘Yahoo Yahoo Plus,’ a term denoting internet fraud combined with fetish practices.
He also confessed to involvement in drug peddling, having borrowed N500,000 via an online loan platform to fund gambling activities, and impersonating another student to open a bank account. Additionally, Siwajuola admitted to selling his personal phone without authorization, falsely claiming his father’s consent to the buyer.
Contrary to claims by his mother that he was found by secondary school friends, the university clarified that he was discovered by Sodiq’s mother—whose son was a friend of Siwajuola in Lagos—who found him at their home and notified his family amid the online controversy.
Following investigations, Babcock University concluded that Siwajuola was responsible for multiple infractions, including unauthorized departure from campus, possession and use of fetish materials, drug distribution, impersonation, dishonesty, and unauthorized sale of personal property.
In accordance with its disciplinary policies and international best practices, the university announced that Siwajuola’s enrollment has been revoked with immediate effect.
“While we understand the emotional toll this decision may have on the family, our primary responsibility is to ensure the safety and moral integrity of all students under our care,” Suleiman stated.
The university also condemned the “sensational and unfounded accusations” made by Siwajuola’s mother on social media, which alleged complicity on the part of the institution. “These claims are false and misleading. Given the responsible conduct demonstrated by the student’s father, we have decided not to pursue legal action for libel at this time,” the statement concluded.
