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kwara state polytechnic KWARAPOLY
KWARAPOLY SUG: School Fees Increment is Fake News

The kwara State Polytechnic (KWARAPOLY) has dismissed claims by scrupulous elements on the increase on school fees as fake news and urged all students to disregard such misleading information and its peddlers. it reads:

Yesterday, 30th September 2024, the Union received several messages and complaints, along with a copied document that seemed to suggest an increment in school fees for the 2024/2025 Academic Session.

As your Students’ Union Government (SUG), we fully understand and share in your concerns.

  • Let it be clear: Team Educator will not support or endorse any increment in school fees that would unfairly burden students, especially in light of the ongoing economic difficulties in our nation.
  • We remain fully committed to ensuring that education remains accessible and affordable for every student. Our priority is to ensure that no student is forced to leave the institution due to financial constraints. As such, we are already actively engaging the school management in constructive dialogues, representing your interests and seeking a resolution that reflects the financial realities faced by our students.
  • In the coming days, we will be initiating a series of high-level meetings with the institution’s leadership to address this matter comprehensively. We are optimistic that these engagements will result in a positive outcome that will safeguard your welfare.
  • Rest assured, Team Educator will keep you informed every step of the way. We appreciate your patience, trust, and support during this time. Together, we will overcome this challenge and continue to foster a community where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Thank you.

University of Ilorin UNILORIN
UNILORIN Notice on Private Hostels Accommodation 2024: SUG

UNILORIN SUG have negotiated with landlords of private hostel possible accommodation fees reduction

The Students’ Union of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) acknowledges the challenges posed by Nigeria’s current economic climate. While prioritizing your welfare.

SUG Note to Students

  • We have negotiated with private hostel owners to minimize the impact.
  • We recorded renovation, fumigation and clearing of hostels to ensure a peaceful, restful and impactful environment for our colleagues.
  • Regrettably, we’re writing to inform our colleagues of an unavoidable 12.5% increment on previous session’s fee with an additional N28,000 as utility charges.
  • Recall that there’ll be a N10,000 Caution Deposit, refundable to residents if no damage is caused to hostel property(ies) and N1,000 Application Form Fee.
  • We arrived at these inevitable adjustments after thorough deliberations, balancing the interests of both parties amidst the economic situation.
  • We are pleased to announce that private hostel booking is now open, effective immediately. In case of any suspected deviation or extortion, kindly notify the Students’ Union.

We strongly advise our colleagues not to exceed this agreed price when booking the private hostels on Campus as we pledge to ensure charges reductions when the economic situation improves.

University of Ilorin UNILORIN
Increased Fees: UNILORIN SUG Steps in to Mediate 2024

UNILORIN SUG gives important update on reduction in school charges by management

The Follow information by the student umpire is for consumption by concerned and affected students of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) on the increment on official school charges. It reads:

Following the August 22, 2024 announcement regarding the increment in school charges, the leadership of the Students’ Union had several engagements with the University Administration, purposely for reduction on School Charges and other matters as it affects the Welfarism of our colleagues.

We’re therefore pleased to announce the fruitful outcome of our engagement:

  1. As a responsive Union, we acknowledged the reactions of our colleagues upon the release of the school charges breakdown, understanding the financial challenges it poses, especially in the face of current economic realities in the country.
  2. Upon the receipt of our series of meetings with the University Administration, together with relentless effort and contribution from the Student Affairs Unit, we’re pleased to get a 20-30% reduction in the School Charges, with assurances of no hidden charges either at departmental or faculty level, we also secured commitment of the administration on value for money paid with respect to services which includes, but not limited to; provision of uninterrupted WI-FI internet connectivity, adequate water supply as well as security of lives and properties on campus.
  3. We urge our colleagues to take advantage of the newly introduced Federal Government’s Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to support their education, as we appreciate the University management for the open-door policy and your patience, understanding, and support during this challenging time.

We reiterate our relentless commitment to putting your interests first and upholding unity and strength.

University of Ilorin UNILORIN
UNILORIN SUG Releases Guidelines To Collect NELFUND Loan

In accordance with the recently released circular from the Registrar’s office on the disbursement of the Student loan, The UNILORIN SUG are writing to keep you abreast of the necessary steps and prerequisites for receiving the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFund) from the Bursary Office, University of Ilorin.

The Students’ Union appreciates the transparency and prudence demonstrated by the President Tinubu-led administration, NELFund management, and University Management in disbursing the loan.

Kindly be informed that this information is specifically for students who applied for NELFund in the 2022/2023 Academic Session and received the Upkeep payment for the previous month (August).

Guidelines To Collect UNILORIN NELFUND Loan 2024

To request a refund, concerned students are to submit a letter to the Bursar through the Dean, Student Affairs Unit (SAU), accompanied by the following documents as references:

  • A copy of last session’s school fee receipt
  • – A copy of upkeep payment receipt
  • – Recipient account details for the Upkeep Payment

We reiterate our commitment to prioritizing the welfare of all, with transparency and accountability.

 

Signed:

AGEZEH, Victor Oghenetega

VICTEG

Executive President

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Signed:

YUNUS, Kamaldeen Olanrewaju

DEEN

Public Relations Officer

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OAU NEW TRANSPORT PRICES
Fuel Hike: OAU SUG Approves New Transport Fares 2024

The OAU Students Union Government has Approved New Transportation  Fares around the campus. Following a series of meetings with the leaders of the transport unions (Town gboro), we are pleased to announce the temporary agreed transport prices for students.

These prices have been set to ensure fairness and prevent extortion by drivers. We urge students to familiarize themselves with these new prices to avoid overcharging and to report any driver or bike operator who refuses to comply with the new prices.

See banner Above for New OAU Transport fares

It is important to note that these prices are temporary, given the current economic situation. Both the union and transport leaders have agreed to reconvene and review the rate should the price of petrol decrease in the future.

In the meantime, we strongly advise all students to adhere strictly to the official price guidelines as provided by the Students’ Union. Students are to pay only the stipulated amounts and are encouraged to report any violations.

In cases of aggressive behavior from violators, students should avoid confrontation. Instead, record the Cartrec number or vehicle plate number and promptly report the incident to the Union.

We remain committed to protecting the interests of students and ensuring a peaceful, fair transport system on our campus.

 

 

Fuel Hike: OAU SUG Approves New Transport Fares 2024
University of Ilorin UNILORIN
UNILORIN SUG Notice On Booking of Private Hostels 2024

UNILORIN SUG Notice On Booking of Private Hostels 2024. The Students Union Government of the University of Ilorin has released a notice to all students regarding booking of private hostel bedspaces.

The notice reads, “We are concerned about the unguided pressure from our colleagues (Fresh and returning) to secure private hostel bed spaces on campus, which violate university culture and ethics. While we understand the demands and implications for timely settlement and student safety, this act allows violation of rules and exposes students to avoidable extortion.

Recall that no student is eligible for hostel accommodation until good standing results is approved and the official resumption date is announced by the senate of the University.

However, we will like to keep you abreast of the following information;

  1. – Private hostel application forms should not exceed N1,000.
  2. – Students who have paid for bedspaces should demand a refund or forfeit the payment.
  3. – Report any intimidation by hostel staff to the Student Affairs Unit or Students’ Union.
  4. – Approved hostel rate for next academic session based on categorization, services and facilities available will be released soon, and students will pay utilities.
  5. – High-energy consuming items are banned to reduce electricity consumption.

These items are: Hot plates, Toasting Machine, Electric Oven, Boiling ring, Electric Pressing Iron of 300watts or less.

– A N10,000 caution deposit is required, refundable to residents if no damages is caused to hostel property(ies).

We are committed to ensuring a peaceful, restful, and impactful environment.”

 

UNILORIN SUG Notice On Booking of Private Hostels 2024