MAPOLY SUG Declares Sit-at-Home Protest Over Fees Hike

The Students’ Union Government of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic has directed students to observe a peaceful sit-at-home on Monday (Today), in protest against the recent increase in school fees.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the union said the directive followed unsuccessful engagements with the management of the institution over the reviewed fees.

The statement, signed by the Students’ Union President, Afolabi Temitope, alongside the Acting Speaker, Olorode Kehinde, General Secretary, Ekundayo Gbenga, and Public Relations Officer, Oloyede Ganiyu, said the union had held a series of consultations with the management since the revised fees appeared on the students’ portal.

According to the union, it consistently maintained that the welfare and interests of students must remain paramount in every decision affecting their academic pursuits.

“Despite our sustained efforts and several rounds of dialogue, the concerns of students remain unresolved. The Students’ Union believes that the prevailing economic realities make it increasingly difficult for many students and parents to bear additional financial burdens,” the statement read.

It added that as the constitutionally recognised voice of students, it could not ignore their concerns while remaining committed to responsible leadership, constructive engagement and peaceful advocacy.

The union consequently directed all students to remain at home on Monday and refrain from attending lectures or participating in any academic activities.