The Governing Council of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University in Igbariam, Anambra State, has dismissed two professors and three other staff members found culpable of sexual abuse, harassment, intimidation, extortion and ethical misconduct.

The university's Public Relations Officer, Harrison Madubueze, announced the dismissals in a statement issued on Sunday in Awka, confirming that all five staff members were found culpable of the offences levelled against them.

Those dismissed include two professors: C.C. Nwabachili, the immediate past Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Chike Osegbue of the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences.

Three others were equally dismissed: I.H. Iheukwumere and Emeka Nwabunnia, both from the Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Uli Campus, and Ifeoma Kakulu, a Principal Assistant Registrar who served as Examination Officer of the Faculty of Law at the time the alleged offences were committed.

Madubueze stated that the council used the occasion to reaffirm its position on conduct and accountability within the institution.

"The council reaffirmed its stance on discipline and integrity, warning that actions tarnishing the university's reputation would face severe consequences. It also promised to ensure a safe, accountable and forward thinking atmosphere, aligning with the vision of building a new university and of the future," he stated.

The spokesman added that the dismissals reflected the university's determination to protect the integrity of its academic and administrative processes and maintain public confidence in the institution.