The University of Lagos has said it had put in place a number of measures to cushion the effect of the fee increase, including introducing a payment by installment plan, a work-study programme, and scholarship opportunities.
In a statement on Thursday, the university’s Head of Communication Unit, Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, said the management was committed to ensuring the welfare and interest of all students.
“We wish to reiterate the commitment of the university authorities to implement measures aimed at ameliorating the challenges that students and parents/guardians may face due to the recent review of the University’s obligatory fees.
“These measures, which are constantly being reviewed and expanded, include payment by instalment. The fees payment system has been re-configured to allow instalment payment option.
“This instalment accommodates three times payment before the closure of the academic year.” she said
Alaga-Ibraheem also said the university had partnered with the Lagos Bus Rapid Transit System to facilitate ease of transportation for students.
She urged students to remain calm and go about their legitimate activities, as the university management was committed to ensuring security and safety on campus.
The statement comes a day after protests rocked the university over the fee increase, which led to the police intervening to restore normalcy.
The university said it is willing to discuss the issue with students and other stakeholders and that it is committed to finding a solution that is fair to everyone.
