The Governing Council of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, MAPOLY, Abeokuta, led by Emeritus Professor Kamaldeen Balogun, has reinstated the Students’ Union Government, SUG, executives, under the aegis of Prosper Oladele, popularly known as Chemical.
This development, which was made known in a statement by the school Public Relations Officer, Yemi Ajibola, on Friday, was a step toward resolving the crisis that led to the closure of the institution earlier this week.
Recall that the institution was shut off down on January 13, 2025, following tensions between the students and management, reportedly over unresolved grievances, including tuition fees and delayed results.
Following the closure, serious crisis ensued, which led to the dissolution of the SUG Excos under Chemical on the basis of tenure expiration.
However, in the release by the PRO, the reinstated SUG executives have been mandated to conduct fresh elections within four weeks to ensure a smooth transition to new leadership, in accordance with the union’s constitution.
“The Governing Council has directed that the incumbent Students’ Union Executive Council dissolved in the wake of the crisis be reinstated immediately to resume its oversight functions. The Union is hereby expected to conduct Students’ Union elections and hand over to a new set of elected leaders within the next four (4) weeks,” the statement read.
The Governing Council also thanked staff, students, and the entire MAPOLY community for their patience and cooperation during the crisis.
Management Mum On Tuition Fee, Resumption Date
However, critical concerns raised by students, such as the increase in tuition fees and the uncertainty surrounding the resumption date, remain unaddressed.
Having announced the closure of the school, the statement by the PRO on Friday didn’t explicitly inform students about when the school will commence activities.
Also, the reason for the closure of school, school fee hike and delayed results, are yet to be addressed.
Students have therefore expressed mixed reactions to the announcement. While some applauded the reinstatement of the SUG, many remain skeptical about whether the move will bring a lasting resolution to the ongoing challenges.
“We need clarity on the new tuition fees. The management has been silent on that for too long,” said a final-year student who requested anonymity. “It’s good the SUG is back, but we also need answers to our core issues,” he added.
Urging the management to speak on the issues, students have at the same time demanded transparency to foster smooth running of activities.
