Fresh students at the University of Ibadan (UI) are protesting against a recent spike in school fees, citing concerns about accessibility to education.
The fee surge affects fresh students joining the 2023/2024 academic session, with fees ranging from N203,000 to N412,000, representing a staggering 450–750% increment from the previous fees.
Students are expressing disbelief and distress over the sudden increase. They urge UI to reconsider the financial strain imposed on students and their families.
The University's Student Union has also condemned the fee increment, emphasizing its adverse impact on students already struggling with the rising cost of living. Calls for a meeting with the university management to address the issue have been made, but as of now, no resolution has been reached.
Meanwhile, social media users have expressed outrage and disbelief at the exorbitant fees, highlighting the challenges faced by students in accessing affordable education.
The situation at UI underscores broader issues of accessibility and affordability in higher education, prompting calls for urgent action to mitigate the financial burden on students and ensure equitable access to learning opportunities.
