Great Ife students’ union declares 72-hour lecture boycott

By Amotusalam Abdussalam 

The Great Ife Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has announced a 72-hour boycott of lectures over the unresolved campus transportation crisis.

The decision was jointly taken by the Central Executive Council (CEC), Hall Executive Council (HEC), and the Students’ Representative Council (SRC), directing the immediate suspension of all academic activities from 14 April to 16 April 2026.

The Union explained that the action is connected to its earlier adoption of an observatory mode to monitor the newly introduced transport system.

The statement noted that the decision is aimed at fully monitoring the changes and actions that would be implemented within the period.

It further stated that students have been subjected to hardship and stress for about four weeks, adding that despite discussions with the University Management, the transportation problem remains unresolved.

The Students’ Union therefore demanded the provision of more vehicles to cater for the over 35,000 members of the University community.

It also called for the immediate reintroduction of the existing transport system until adequate capacity is achieved.

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In addition, the Union demanded the proper implementation of the new transport system to guarantee adequate, affordable, and reliable intra-campus mobility for all students.

The statement further emphasised the need for full consultation with the Students’ Union leadership before any further major changes are made to campus transportation.

The Union stated that it would continue to monitor the situation closely during the boycott period, in line with its observatory approach.

It warned that it may proceed to mass protest to openly express dissatisfaction if effective actions are not taken to ensure free mobility and students’ convenience.

Students were advised to comply with the directive in order to ensure that the action yields positive results.

The Union also called on relevant associations and stakeholders within the University community to support what it described as a peaceful struggle aimed at improving the welfare of students.