AKSU SUG Issues Notice on Proper Channels for Addressing Student Grievances

The Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) through the Dean of Students' Affairs has issued an important notice reminding students of the proper procedures for addressing concerns, complaints, and grievances within the institution.

Official Procedure for Complaints

Students who have concerns or grievances are required to follow the formal process:

1. Write officially to the Dean of Students' Affairs
2. Clearly state the issue in the written complaint
3. Attach supporting evidence where necessary
4. Submit through the appropriate administrative channels

Prohibited Actions

The university has explicitly forbidden certain behaviors regarding institutional matters:

• Making public statements (written or spoken) about fellow students without authorization
• Publicly discussing lecturers or staff members on social media
• Posting about university matters on any public platform without proper approval
• Spreading unverified information that could damage reputations

Consequences for Violations

Students who violate this directive will face serious disciplinary action:

• Summons to appear before the Student Disciplinary Committee
• Appropriate disciplinary measures as outlined in the University's students handbook

Background

This notice was prompted by a recent incident involving misleading information posted online about a lecturer, which the university described as damaging to both the educator's reputation and the institution's credibility.

All AKSU students are advised to adhere strictly to proper channels when seeking to address any concerns.