The Students’ Union Government of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) has directed students to observe a peaceful sit-at-home protest on Monday, August 3, 2026, in opposition to the institution’s recent increase in school fees.
The directive was announced in a statement issued on Sunday, August 2, 2026, following unsuccessful engagements between the union and the management of the polytechnic over the revised fees.
The statement was signed by the Students’ Union President, Afolabi Temitope, Acting Speaker, Olorode Kehinde, General Secretary, Ekundayo Gbenga, and Public Relations Officer, Oloyede Ganiyu.
According to the union, it had held a series of consultations with the institution’s management since the revised fees appeared on students’ portal, consistently stressing that students’ welfare should remain a priority in decisions affecting their education.
“Despite our sustained efforts and several rounds of dialogue, the concerns of students remain unresolved. The Students’ Union believes that the prevailing economic realities make it increasingly difficult for many students and parents to bear additional financial burdens,” the statement said.
The union added that, as the constitutionally recognised representative of students, it could not ignore their concerns while remaining committed to responsible leadership, constructive engagement and peaceful advocacy.
It therefore directed all students to stay away from campus on Monday, August 3, 2026, and refrain from attending lectures or participating in any academic activities.
“Consequently, after careful deliberation, the Students’ Union Government hereby directs all MAPOLY students to observe a peaceful sit-at-home on Monday, August 3, 2026, as a demonstration of our collective dissatisfaction with the recent increase in school fees and a call for further reconsideration by the appropriate authorities,” the statement read.
The union emphasised that the protest was intended to be peaceful and should not be interpreted as an invitation to violence, destruction of property, intimidation or any action capable of disrupting the peace and reputation of the institution.
It urged students to remain orderly, avoid confrontations with members of staff, security personnel and fellow students, and rely only on official information released by the Students’ Union Government.
The union also appealed to shuttle operators, commercial drivers, tricycle operators and other transport service providers within the polytechnic community to suspend operations in and around the campus in solidarity with the protest.
While reaffirming its commitment to dialogue, the Students’ Union said the protest did not signal the end of negotiations with the management.
“This directive does not signify the end of engagement with the management. Rather, it is a demonstration that while dialogue continues, the collective concerns of MAPOLY students cannot be overlooked,” the statement added.
The union expressed hope that the peaceful protest would encourage the institution’s management to reconsider the fee increase in the interest of students while discussions continue.
