The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has announced an indefinite shutdown of all academic activities following a standoff with students over their demands.
In a statement released by the institution’s Public Relations Officer, Dr. Benedicta Ehanire, the university cited the “insistence of students” on unrealistic requests as the primary reason for the drastic measure.
The students had been pressing the university administration for a continuous 24-hour power supply, which the university’s Senate deemed impractical. Faced with the students’ unwillingness to back down, the university authorities have decided to shut down academic activities indefinitely.
As per the directive, all students are required to vacate the hostels immediately, while only non-teaching staff and those on essential duties will be unaffected by the shutdown. The university has emphasized that this decision was not taken lightly, but was necessary to maintain order and ensure the safety of the entire campus community.