MOUAU Mandates Students to Pay Reparation Fee

In response to recent unrest at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), the university administration has mandated students to pay a N25,000 reparation fee as a requirement for readmission. This fee comes after a violent demonstration on 6th February 2024, which resulted in the destruction of university property valued at millions of naira and the subsequent suspension of academic activities.

Actions Taken by the University Administration

Following the unrest, an investigation committee was established to assess the extent of the damage caused by the protest. After a thorough investigation, Vice-Chancellor Professor Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe stated that the committee's findings were reviewed and submitted to the Federal Government for further action. On 3rd May 2024, the government released the final report, clearing the way for the university to resume academic activities on 19th May 2024. However, each student must pay the reparation fee for readmission.

Professor Iwe emphasized the government's directive for the immediate resumption of activities following the assessment of the report. He stated, "The government released the report on 3rd May and directed that processes towards reopening the institution should commence."

Conditions for Returning Students

In addition to the N25,000 reparation fee, returning students must fulfill several conditions before resuming their studies:

1. Written Undertaking: Each student must provide a written undertaking, endorsed by a high court via affidavit, and submit it to their respective department heads before 19th May. Students should also produce a hard copy of this letter upon arrival.

2. Course Registration: Students must promptly register for their courses, as many had not done so before the protest.

3. Oath of Good Behaviour: The letter of undertaking must pledge that students will adhere to good behaviour and not contravene their matriculation oath. It must be signed and verified in a high court.

4. Outstanding Fees: Any student with outstanding university charges for the 2023/2024 academic session must clear these debts, as partial payments are not allowed.

Conclusion

With these measures in place, the Vice-Chancellor expressed confidence in a smooth transition back to academic normalcy at MOUAU. These steps are designed to ensure that the campus remains orderly, students are properly prepared for their return, and a safe learning environment is maintained.

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