By Ayobami Ife, Abeokuta
Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED), Ijagun, Ogun State, has debunked reports in circulation on social media that it has closed down academic and non – academic activities following a purported invasion of its campus by bandits from the north.
The Management of TASFUED said there was neither occurrence of invasion of its campus by bandits nor was it closed for any reason, urging students, staff, parents, alumni, and the general public to ignore the malicious and misleading reports in circulation.
In a statement by the Registrar & Secretary to Council, Dapo Oke, and sighted by The Daily Crucible, on Saturday, the management stated that the story was false, misleading, and crafted to cause unnecessary panic in the University Community and the State.
It noted that the purveyors of the malicious and false narrative claimed the purported closure was due to the “recent invasion of Ijebu-Ode by bandits,” and urged all stakeholders to rely solely on the university’s official communication channels for any update.
It stated, “We wish to put it on record that at no time did the University Management order the closure of the institution, or issue any directive to students to vacate their hostels at Ijagun or Ijebu-Ode as a result of any form of ‘invasion’.
“We firmly reassure our various stakeholders that the welfare of our students remains top priority and Ijebu-Ode and Ijagun remain peaceful and safe. Academic and Administrative activities on campus are proceeding as scheduled.
“We urge everyone to disregard the fake report and refrain from sharing unverified information that could cause fear and panicking
“Staff and Students are hereby urged to go about their academic and lawful duties peacefully.”
