Uni Ilorin Denies Alleged Exuberant Convocation Charges

Bu Shola Rotimi

Management of the University of Ilorin has reacted to a social media report on a planned protest by a group of former students of the University with respect to some convocation items they are expected to have.

In a statement, head of corporate department of the University, Mr Kunle Akogun noted that the materials in question are necessary requirements for the successful completion of programmes in the institution.

The statement says it is unfortunate that the concerned graduands, instead of appreciating the good disposition of the University management in arriving at what it describes as the lowest possible cost of the materials, resorted to toe an untidy path.

While describing the action as misguided, the management called on members of the public and former students to note that the matter is about graduands and convocation ceremonies.

Also, the management disclosed that it is not in the character of the University of Ilorin to exploit, as it has always been very considerate in fixing its charges.

Statement further indicates that the school reserves the right to determine what materials are necessary and at the most reasonable rates for its students or graduands.

The University of Ilorin maintains that its graduands are worthy in character and learning, and will always live above board with the display of sound knowledge of the prevailing economic situation in the country.