The Students of the University of Ibadan are currently staging a peaceful protest over introduction of a 10-hour daily electricity supply within the campus.
The institution introduced a 10-hour daily electricity supply with effect from yesterday (Tuesday).
The new policy was contained in a memo issued by the department of works and maintenance of the institution.
The memo, dated 16th July, 2024, was signed by the Director of Works, Engineer O.A. Adetolu.
The letter reads, “Effective immediately, the Vice-Chancellor has approved 10-hour daily electricity supply on Campus as follows: 1. Day Time: 08 a.m. 02 p.m. (6 hours) 2. Night Time: 10 p.m. 02 a.m. (4 hours) Kindly adhere strictly to the approved schedule. Thank you”.
Findings show that there is currently outrage within the campus.
A student, who asked not to be named, told journalists that students have started protesting since yesterday night (Tuesday).