Babcock University has dismissed as false and malicious a viral online video alleging that some of its female students were involved in immoral and criminal activities.
In a public notice dated May 7, 2026, the institution described the claims contained in the video as entirely fabricated, stressing that no such incident occurred within the university community.
The university stated that even the creators of the content admitted that the video was fictional, but lamented that it continued to circulate online, spreading misinformation capable of damaging the reputation and dignity of both the students and the institution.
According to the statement, the university strongly condemns what it described as a deliberate attempt to misuse its name and tarnish the image of its community.
“As a faith-based Seventh-day Adventist institution, Babcock University remains committed to the highest standards of moral integrity, academic excellence, and the holistic development of its students,” the statement read.
The institution urged members of the public to disregard the false narrative, avoid sharing the content further, and report related posts or accounts promoting the claims to the appropriate authorities.
The university also disclosed that it is collaborating with relevant authorities to investigate the source of the video and pursue necessary legal actions against those responsible. It added that its ICT team is working with online platforms to ensure the immediate removal of the content.
The statement was signed by Johnson Babafemi Akintayo, Associate Vice President, Communication, Media and Branding at the university.
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