The Great IFE Students’ Union has said it has secured the suspension of the 50% increment in school fees and accommodation fees of the students of Obafemi Awolowo University for the 2023/2024 academic session.
Recall that the Great IFE Students’ Union has earlier engaged in a meeting with the University Authority to ensure there is a reversal in the school and accommodation fees which students are to pay.
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In a press statement, on Sunday, the Students’ Union confirmed that the University Management was proposing a 50% or 100% increment in the School and Accommodation fee.
After much deliberations with University officials at the Division of Student Affairs (DSA), the Students’ Union secured a complete suspension of the sundry charges increment.
The Students’ Union expressed disappointment over the authorities’ failure to provide reasonable justification for the accommodation fee increase.
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A press statement released by the Great IFE Students’ Union Public Relations Officer, Aka Daniel stated, “We will not back down until education is made affordable for all students.”
The Students’ Union has vowed to maintain its opposition to any increment in the school and accommodation fee, ensuring that education remains accessible.