FEDPOLY, Ede Campus Journalists Seek FG’s Intervention In ASUP/ Management Crisis

The National Union of Campus Journalists (NUCJ), Federal Polytechnic, Ede Chapter has sought the urgent intervention of the federal government to the ongoing feud between the school management and ASUP which has hampered resumption of academic activities.

A statement jointly endorsed by Sodiq Akinrinade, Chairman and Lawal Quadri, Publicity Secretary of the association said the move will save the students from an hitherto prolonged academic session.

The Federal Polytechnic, Ede campus journalists said the current crisis if not abated will further prolong their yearnings and expectations for resumption.

The union appealed to the two parties to sheat their sword for the progress of the institution.

“It is quite appalling that sequel to the compelling universal outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic which had coerced nations and cities of the world, Nigeria included, into absolute lockdown for several weeks and consequently forced the closure of schools nationwide since March 2020, students across the country had spent astronomical number of weeks to “stay home and stay safe” in lieu of the usual day-to-day learning activities.

“Subsequently, the #EndSARS movement came forth to further drag school reopening backward and the looting which conspicuously followed suit prompted the imposition of curfew in some states especially Osun where Ede Poly is situated dealt the resumption of the Polytechnic a heavy blow. Students anticipated in forlorn at the incessant ravage of time.

“Albeit, prior to that, the management had announced October 19, 2020 as resumption date for academic activities. Astonishingly, students who had returned from far and near were stranded in classrooms and lecture halls as lecturers chose to desert classes until their demands are met by the management.

“The Press appeals to the Presidency and the Federal Ministry of Education to make timely intervention and come to the rescue of the study-ready students of Federal Polytechnic Ede.”