The Executive Committee of the University of the South Pacific’s Council has resolved that an independent investigation into the allegations against Vice Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia be conducted.
In a media statement authorised by Aloma Johansson, Deputy Pro-Chancellor of the USP Council, the Executive Commitee also resolved that the VC be suspended from duties on pay, and without withdrawal of privileges.
As earlier reported, Professor Derrick Armstrong has been appointed as Acting Vice-Chancellor and President, to manage the affairs of the University.
The statement does not reveal who will undertake the investigation into allegations against Professor Pal.
