Nigeria – UNILAG Postpones Exams Amid Planned Protests, Urges Calm and Vigilance

By Utebor Paul, Nigeria

Following the planned protests slated to begin on August 1st, the management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has postponed its ongoing 2023/2024 second semester examination.

According to a statement issued by Mrs. Adejoke Alaga-Ibrahem, head of the communication unit of the school, a new schedule for all the papers initially listed for the two days will be announced in due course.

Alaga-Ibrahim called for calmness, while urging members of the university community to be conscious at all locations.

She said: “security is everybody’s business. All members of the university are, therefore, enjoined to go about their legitimate business and not hesitate to report anything or anyone suspicious on campus to the security unit.

“The university recognizes the right of citizens to lawful and peaceful assembly.

“However, members of the institution, particularly staff and students, are implored to remain civil, orderly and responsible in their utterances and behavior, offline and online.”