School Fees: DELSU Mgt. Says Issues Will Be Handled, Resolved In A Civilized Way, Commends Students For Rejecting Protests

By Daniel Dafe

The Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has said that all issues arising from the hike in school fees will be handed and resolved in a civilized manner, while commending students of the institution “for their stance of NO” to protests and for dissociating themselves from those behind the 30-day protests.

In a statement on Monday signed by Prof. Ben Nwanne, Director, Directorate of Ceremonials, Information and Public Relations, DELSU said that the only recognized body holding brief for students on the matter is the Students’ Union Government (SUG), adding that student leaders are already discussing with Management.

The statement added: “We are proud to say that DELSU students have in the recent past chosen the path of peaceful negotiation and constructive engagement in resolving issues. Please, stay on that path.

“Management reassures all students that the adjustment in fees is only for the new students as old students will continue to pay the old fees. The adjustment is only a reflection of the signs of the time and it should be seen as something we all need to adjust to. Be rest assured that we are all in this together as we have your best interest at heart.”

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According to the statement, “Oghale Emeka Rex who is not a student of any Nigerian university, but claiming to be Deputy Coordinator of NANS ZONE B” is the one stirring up protest in the University and also at the newly established Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro.

“To show Management’s good faith, we have embarked on the following: Management has increased the number of students to participate in the work-study scheme for them to earn income to support their education; over 50% of participants in the work-study scheme shall be new students who are the ones affected by the fees adjustment; the work-study scheme has been extended to the Oleh Campus; the payment of school fees in two installments will be sustained so that it can be paid in two semesters; the variations in the breakdown of school fees in some faculties are being addressed and management is also holding talks with the SUG to resolve whatever issues are outstanding,” the statement added.

Furthermore, the Management urged students to go on with the registration of their courses.