LAUTECH Nursing Crisis Deepens as 223 Students Miss Council Exams, Allege Threats of Suspension for Speaking Out
FNA NEWS, 5th OF OCTOBER, 2026
The crisis surrounding nursing students at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has deepened after 223 students reportedly became unable to sit the November 2026 Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) Professional Examination.
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The development has raised serious concerns about the university’s handling of the situation, its communication with affected students and the alleged intimidation of those seeking answers.
The affected students had completed their pre-council examinations between September 28 and September 30, 2026. They expected to proceed to the November professional examination. However, they were unable to register for or sit the examination.
For students who have spent years pursuing a nursing qualification, the disruption represents more than a change in examination dates. It affects their academic progression, professional plans and entry into the next stage of their careers.
Students Say University Has Failed to Provide Clear Answers
In a written complaint received by FNA News, a concerned nursing science student expressed frustration over what the students described as a lack of transparency from the university.
According to the complaint, affected students have not received a satisfactory explanation detailing why they could not proceed to the November examination.
Rather than receiving a clear account of the situation, students said they were sent a clinical posting timetable.
The complaint also raised concerns about the absence of adequate information on the university’s communication with the NMCN. Students want to know whether the Council formally notified the institution of an issue and what steps the university has taken to resolve it.
The students also noted that the nursing programme has full accreditation. However, they acknowledged that programme accreditation and compliance with approved student intake quotas are separate regulatory requirements.
This distinction makes it even more important for the university to explain the specific issue affecting the cohort.
Students should not have to rely on speculation or incomplete information to understand a matter that directly affects their professional future.
May 2027: A Promise Without Enough Explanation?
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At a meeting held on November 3, 2026, College and Faculty leaders reportedly told the affected students that efforts would be made to ensure they sit the professional examination in May 2027.
However, the proposed timeline has not resolved the students’ concerns.
They want to know what concrete steps will make the May examination possible. They also want clarity on the status of discussions between the university and the Council.
More importantly, what happens if the proposed timeline is not achieved?
A future examination date, without a clear explanation of the problem and a transparent resolution plan, may offer little reassurance to students already facing uncertainty.
University management must provide more than verbal assurances. The affected students deserve a clear account of the situation, the actions being taken and the expected timeline for resolution.
Students Allege Threats of Suspension for Speaking Out
Perhaps more troubling are allegations that students have been cautioned against taking their complaints to social media, with possible suspension reportedly raised as a consequence.
The written complaint received by FNA News described these warnings as a source of concern among affected students.
If established, such threats would raise serious questions about how the institution handles student complaints and legitimate demands for information.
Students raising concerns about their education should not be made to feel that asking questions could jeopardise their academic standing.
There is a clear difference between misconduct and seeking accountability. Institutions have a responsibility to maintain discipline, but that responsibility should not become a tool for silencing genuine concerns.
The affected students are adults. They are entitled to information about decisions that affect their education, professional progression and future.
They should be treated as stakeholders in their own academic journey, not as children expected to accept instructions without explanation.
What Are the Students Asking For?
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The affected students are seeking clear answers from the university and the relevant regulatory authorities.
Their concerns include:
- What specific issue prevented the 223 students from proceeding to the November 2026 NMCN Professional Examination?
- Did the NMCN formally notify LAUTECH of the problem?
- What communication and corrective steps have taken place between the university and the Council?
- What concrete arrangements will guarantee that the students can sit the examination in May 2027?
- What contingency plan exists if the May 2027 timeline is not achieved?
- Why are students allegedly being warned against speaking publicly about a matter that affects their academic and professional future?
These are not unreasonable demands. They are fundamental questions that deserve formal responses.
FNA Calls for Transparency and Accountability
The situation demands urgent attention from LAUTECH management, particularly the Faculty and College leadership responsible for the affected students.
Two hundred and twenty-three students should not be left uncertain about their professional future without a clear explanation.
The university must communicate openly with the affected cohort, clarify the circumstances surrounding the missed examination and provide a practical plan for resolving the situation.
The NMCN should also clarify any regulatory issues that may have contributed to the disruption, where applicable.
FNA News believes that nursing students deserve more than silence, uncertainty and alleged intimidation. They deserve transparency, timely communication and institutional accountability.
Their education and professional progression matter.
The central question remains: who will take responsibility for the disruption, and when will these 223 students receive the answers they deserve?
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Durowoju Abisola is a registered nurse, nurse writer and On-Air Correspondent at Fellow Nurses Africa (FNA), passionate about nursing leadership, health education and advocacy.
Through journalism, storytelling and content creation, she amplifies important conversations around nursing, healthcare and the experiences of nurses in Nigeria. She is committed to using her voice and professional knowledge to educate the public, challenge misconceptions and inspire the next generation of nurses.
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