Colombia's Ministry to Inspect University of Córdoba After Rector Challenge

Colombian President Abelardo De La Espriella has questioned the continued tenure of Jairo Torres Oviedo as rector of the University of Córdoba, prompting a Ministry of Education inspection scheduled for Monday, October 5. De La Espriella requested that the Attorney General's Office prioritize disciplinary proceedings and that prosecutors prioritize criminal complaints against Torres. He also criticized the rector's involvement in regulating processes related to his own election, stating the university "does not belong to a few, nor a political group." The Ministry of Education will review the rector's functioning, the electoral process, and compliance with university statutes. Torres was elected for the 2026-2031 term with 84.97% of votes, and the Council of State declared his election legal in July 2026.