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At least 60 lecturers across Nigerian universities and polytechnics have been suspended, dismissed, or prosecuted over allegations of sexual harassment in the last five years.
An analysis of disciplinary actions between 2021 and July 2026 shows institutions have maintained zero-tolerance policies, yet reports of lecturers demanding sex from students continue to emerge.
Recent cases include Paul University suspending a technologist, Kogi State Polytechnic terminating a lecturer’s appointment, and UNILAG dismissing two lecturers. A 2018 World Bank survey found that about 70% of female graduates experienced sexual harassment in tertiary institutions.
Key Points:
Sexual harassment remains deeply entrenched in Nigeria’s tertiary education system despite disciplinary actions.
Only 60 lecturers have been sanctioned over five years, suggesting many cases go unreported.
Fear of victimisation and lack of confidence in reporting systems prevent victims from speaking out.
A new bill seeking stiffer penalties for offenders awaits presidential assent.
Advocates call for survivor-centred reporting systems and transparent investigations.
The proposed legislation could strengthen Nigeria’s legal response to campus sexual harassment — but its effectiveness depends on implementation and institutional commitment.
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