The Oyo State Chapter of the Take It Back Movement has strongly condemned what it described as the negligent and inhumane treatment of nursing students at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, by the institution’s management.
In a statement signed by its Acting Coordinator, Mr. Dimeji Salako, the movement expressed deep concern over administrative failures affecting students in the university’s nursing programme.
The Chapter warned that failure by the university authorities to act swiftly and responsibly could compel it to mobilize lawful civic actions against the institution. It added that it would not stand by while the rights and welfare of Nigerian students are trampled upon, stressing that institutions of higher learning must remain centers of growth and protection, not environments of suffering and preventable tragedy.
According to the statement, the situation facing the nursing students has reportedly led to serious psychological distress, academic delays, financial hardship, and in some cases tragic consequences for those affected.
The movement said it is troubling that students who have committed themselves to a life-saving profession are being subjected to what it described as institutional indifference and administrative negligence.
It emphasized that education should not become a source of suffering for students and that universities must provide structure, fairness, and humane treatment to those entrusted to their care, “The nursing students of LAUTECH are not expendable,” the statement noted, adding that they are young Nigerians whose futures and aspirations depend on responsible leadership and a functional academic system.
The Chapter further stated that when university management actions or inaction create prolonged uncertainty, academic stagnation, and emotional trauma, such conduct goes beyond administrative failure and becomes a violation of fundamental human dignity.
The Take It Back Movement therefore demanded immediate action from the university management to address the grievances raised by the affected students, including matters relating to their academic progression and graduation.
It also called for a public clarification from the institution addressing the issues raised by the students and urged urgent policy corrections to prevent further psychological, academic, or physical harm.
In addition, the movement called for the establishment of a structured dialogue between the university management and student representatives, as well as the provision of adequate academic, emotional, and welfare support systems for affected students.
The statement concluded by demanding that the university authorities should respond urgently and take corrective measures to resolve the issues affecting the nursing students.
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