This decision follows unproductive discussions between the union and the institution’s management regarding the revised fees. The announcement was made in a statement signed by key union leaders, including President Afolabi Temitope and Public Relations Officer Oloyede Ganiyu.

The union has emphasized the importance of prioritizing student welfare in decision-making processes, asserting that the rising economic challenges render the fee adjustments burdensome for many students and their families. Despite persistent dialogues, the union’s concerns have yet to be addressed satisfactorily, prompting this coordinated action as a collective expression of dissatisfaction.

The directive explicitly instructs students to refrain from attending lectures or any academic activities and encourages them to maintain a peaceful demeanor, avoiding confrontations with staff or security personnel. Additionally, the union has requested that local transport operators halt their services around the campus in support of this initiative.

The sit-at-home is framed as a peaceful advocacy effort rather than an incitement to unrest or violence. It signals the union’s commitment to continuing negotiations with the administration while ensuring that students’ concerns are heard. The union hopes this action will prompt the authorities to re-evaluate the fee increase, underlining that the protest should not suggest an end to ongoing discussions with the management of MAPOLY.