Education
Popular Nigerian University Bans Early Morning Lectures
By Gideon Ayeni
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has officially prohibited early morning lectures and late night classes after 6.00 pm.
The Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU has affirmed that lectures will only hold in the daytime following complaints from students about irregular academic schedules affecting their well-being.
In a statement signed by the university registrar, K.A. Bakare, the Vice-Chancellor reaffirmed that official lecture hours remain between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. He also warned lecturers against violating this directive, including scheduling classes during the designated Lecture Free Week.
The decision follows mounting pressure from the Great Ife Students’ Union, which condemned the increasing trend of early-morning and late-night lectures, Saturday classes, and disruptions to Lecture Free Week. The union argued that such practices negatively impact students’ academic balance and overall well-being.
“It is disheartening to see these abnormalities becoming the norm,” the union stated, urging the university administration to take decisive action.
To ensure compliance, students have been encouraged to report violations through their class representatives. The union has also warned that if the new directive is not enforced, further action may be taken.
“We remain committed to advocating for policies that prioritize student welfare and academic success. If normalcy is not restored, we will take decisive action,” the statement read.
The university has yet to specify penalties for lecturers who fail to comply with the new directive.
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