Jelili Gbadamosi, Hannah Olabisi
The Rector, of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Dr. Adeoye Odedeji has raised an alarm regarding the escalating insecurity afflicting Nigerian tertiary institutions and urged prompt action.
He disclosed this to MAPOLYPress during an event organized by the Junior Chamber International (JCI) MAPOLY in collaboration with the Ogun state PCRC, focused on fostering positive relations between students and security agencies, which took place at Babalakin Hall, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic premises, on Thursday.
Dr. Odedeji underscored the severe safety challenges posed by the breakdown of law and order on campuses, putting lives and property at risk.
He emphasized that this alarming situation could deter parents from sending their children to such institutions, potentially leading to a decline in the quality of education.
“No parent will willingly enroll their child in an educational environment with threats because insecurity disrupts the learning process, erodes parental confidence, and hampers the students’ overall well-being.”
According to him, the prevailing insecurity extends beyond traditional campus boundaries, with incidents of kidnapping, banditry, and ritual killings becoming distressingly commonplace.
He called for a collaborative effort between educational institutions and security agencies to address these issues, emphasizing that restoring peace would not only reassure parents but also safeguard academic activities.
Dr. Odedeji stressed that taking action to address this growing crisis in Nigerian education is now more crucial than ever, to ensure a secure and conducive learning environment for students and their families.