The Council of Departmental Presidents, University of Ibadan Chapter has written to the management to appeal for another extension of school fee payment and permission to sit for GES Exam.
This was contained in an Open Letter addressed to the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, on Tuesday 17th September.
The Council argued that due to the economic realities of the country a significant number of students are struggling to meet up with the payment and even some of those that have applied for the students loan are still awaiting approval, leading to a lack of concentration in their studies.
“Given the current economic situation, we understand the review in the amount of school fees being paid by the students recently made by the school governing council. However, a significant number of students are struggling to pay their full fees by the deadline especially the indigent students of the University of Ibadan. This situation is leading to considerable stress and making it difficult for students to concentrate on their studies.
“Additionally, many students who applied for the NELFUND student loan are still awaiting approval. Some applications have been pending for nearly two months, which adds to the financial burden,” the letter read in part.
The Council also plead for the management consideration on students who have not paid to be allowed to sit for the GES examinations next week as over 500 students risk dropping out.
“light of these circumstances, we kindly request an extension on the fee payment deadline. We also plead for your consideration on students who are yet to pay their school fees be permitted to sit for the GES exam next week,” it added.
