University of Ibadan shut down over students protest

As  a result of a two-day protest by students of the University of Ibadan, the management of the institution has closed it indefinitely. The students expressed themselves  over the suspension of a union leader by the students’ disciplinary committee and non-availability of some amenities needed on the campus.

The students complained about lack of power and water which they said had made learning difficult for them. The protesting students stormed lecture rooms when they used canes to chase their colleagues away. Also, all entrances to the institution were locked by the angry students.

The Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Abel Olayinka said the decision was occasioned by violent protests which, he added, had led to “life-threatening acts and text messages” being sent and received around the campus with some students allegedly covering their faces during the protest. Students left the campus yesterday