A former student of Abia State University has shared a troubling account of alleged sexual harassment during her time as a 200-level undergraduate.
Speaking anonymously, the woman said the incident occurred after a departmental test when she was invited to a lecturer’s office. According to her, the lecturer initially praised her performance before allegedly making inappropriate advances and implying that her grades could improve if she cooperated.
She recounted that while most students received low scores, she earned a C and was singled out for commendation. However, the situation reportedly took a disturbing turn when the lecturer attempted physical contact and suggested she could secure an A through compliance. She said she refused, insisting she would earn her grades legitimately.
The student further alleged that after rejecting the advances, the lecturer threatened her with failure—a warning she did not initially take seriously. But when results were released, she claimed she was the only student who carried over the course.
The account has reignited concerns about abuse of power in tertiary institutions and the vulnerability of female students, with many calling for stronger oversight, reporting systems, and accountability measures within Nigerian universities.
She added that although she remained firm in her decision not to give in, the emotional toll was significant. According to her, the lecturer later died in a car accident—an event she described as tragic, yet one that left her feeling relieved.
Cases like this continue to fuel conversations around the need for safer academic environments and more effective mechanisms to address and prevent sexual harassment in higher education.
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