Nursing students harassment claims have rocked Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, as a forum accuses a staff of abuse, bias, and misconduct

Nursing students harassment claims have triggered widespread concern at the College of Nursing Science, Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, following strong allegations against a top official.

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The Elegant Nurses Forum has raised the alarm over what it described as sustained intimidation, verbal abuse, and unfair treatment of students by the Students’ Affairs Officer, Mrs Adaramola Bukola Ayodele.

In a statement on Thursday, the group said it had received mounting reports of psychological harassment, political victimisation, and unwarranted restrictions on academic participation — all allegedly orchestrated by Mrs Adaramola.

Convener of the forum, Nurse Olamide Abiodun, expressed dismay over “numerous derogatory remarks” the officer was said to have made about female students.

She reportedly accused them of immorality without any credible proof, threatening their dignity and psychological well-being.

“Making friends with the opposite sex is not evidence of any indecent relationship, and there have been no cases of any students being found in suspicious situations,” the forum said.

“Instead of supporting students like a mother, she has now become a source of distress.”

The forum claimed that students who did not align with Mrs Adaramola’s political preferences in student union elections were routinely penalised.

Some were allegedly barred from sitting exams simply because they supported candidates not favoured by her.

Making friends with the opposite sex is not evidence of any indecent relationship.

“It is also concerning that some students were stopped from writing their exams because they took part in SUG activities or because they did not support her chosen candidate. This is unfair and unacceptable,” the group declared.

The statement also raised questions about the officer’s mental readiness for her position, citing unconfirmed reports of a personal marital crisis that may be influencing her conduct at work.

“There are also growing worries about Mrs Adaramola’s mental fitness for her role, as some believe she may be facing challenges related to her personal life, which are affecting how she treats students,” it read.

“We believe it would be best for the school and the students if she steps down from her position.”

The forum has now called on the Ekiti State Government and the management of the teaching hospital to investigate the matter thoroughly and independently.

It urged swift action to protect the integrity of the school and the rights of all students.

Educational institutions, the forum insisted, must be free from coercion and victimisation.

“Every student deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and it is the duty of all school officials to make sure students learn in a safe and caring environment.”

In its closing remarks, the Elegant Nurses Forum vowed to continue advocating for respect and psychological safety in nursing institutions across the country.

“The Elegant Nurses Forum stands firmly with all the students who have suffered as a result of these actions. We stand for respect, empathy, and understanding in our institutions and will continue to support those who speak out against unfair treatment,” the statement concluded.

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As of press time, the management of the college and the Ministry of Health in Ekiti State were yet to issue any official response to the growing concerns.