management of the Obafemi Awolowo
University on Wednesday announced the indefinite closure of the
university following the protest from the students over the hike in the
school fees.
The Public Relations Officer of OAU, Mr.
Abiodun Olanrewaju, in a statement explained that the management
decided to shut down the institution in order to prevent a breakdown of
law and order.
The statement read, “The Obafemi Awolowo
University, Ile Ife, wishes to announce to the general public that due
to persistent and violent disruption of normal activities and peace on
campus occasioned by unrelenting demonstrations by students, led by the
Student Union Government executive, the Senate of the University has
decided to close down the university indefinitely.
“This decision was taken in order to forestall further breakdown of law and order and to safeguard life and property on campus.
