AMBROSE ALLI UNIVERSITY CLARIFIES EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF INDIVIDUAL LINKED TO ALLEGED SEXUAL HARASSMENT

AMBROSE ALLI UNIVERSITY CLARIFIES EMPLOYMENT STATUS OF INDIVIDUAL LINKED TO ALLEGED SEXUAL HARASSMENT

By Esosa Omorogbe 

The Management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State, has refuted claims circulating on social media that one Mr. Pascal Omofomah, popularly known as "Don P", is a staff member of the institution.

The clarification follows a viral online publication and video alleging that the individual, described in the report as a member of staff in the Department of Public Administration, sexually harassed a 100-Level female student with a promise to upgrade her academic results in exchange for sexual favours.

In a statement issued by the Principal Assistant Registrar and Head of Information, Protocol and Public Relations, Otunba Mike Ade Aladenika, the University said an internal verification had established that the individual is not in its employment and has no official affiliation with the institution.

According to the statement, Mr. Omofomah's name does not appear in the University's staff records, adding that he is unknown to the institution in any official capacity. Management therefore urged members of the public and the media to disregard reports portraying him as an employee of Ambrose Alli University, describing such claims as false, misleading and capable of damaging the institution's reputation.

The University, however, clarified that its statement relates solely to the employment status of the individual and should not be interpreted as a pronouncement on the allegations contained in the circulating publication. It noted that any investigation into the substance of the allegations rests with the appropriate law enforcement and other competent authorities.

Reaffirming its commitment to the protection of students, the University reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on sexual harassment, exploitation and all forms of misconduct, stressing that it remains committed to providing a safe, secure and conducive learning environment for all members of its community.

Management also encouraged students and other members of the University community to promptly report cases of harassment, intimidation, extortion or unethical conduct to the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, the Dean of Students' Affairs Division or the Information, Protocol and Public Relations Unit. It assured that all complaints are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with the University's rules and regulations.

The institution reaffirmed its commitment to the principles of integrity, accountability and ethical conduct, pledging to continue safeguarding its reputation while ensuring that anyone found culpable of misconduct is dealt with in line with extant laws and institutional regulations.

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