The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of The Polytechnic, Ibadan has formally appealed to the Oyo State House of Assembly to reconsider Governor Seyi Makinde’s recent pronouncement to rename the institution.
The move, which has sparked concern among students, alumni, and stakeholders, is seen as a threat to the institution’s long-standing heritage and reputation.
In a letter addressed to the House and signed by SUG President, Comrade Oladipupo Olamide D, the student body described the renaming as a potential threat to the institution’s identity and legacy. They emphasized that the Polytechnic, Ibadan, has long been a symbol of academic excellence and pride not just in Oyo State, but across Nigeria
The students listed several reasons for their resistance to the proposed change, including the preservation of history and legacy, protection of institutional identity, and the potential negative impact on alumni and stakeholders. They also expressed concern over the implications the renaming might have on the school’s academic reputation and public image
With a House of Assembly session approaching, the SUG urged lawmakers to treat the issue as urgent. “We have fast-tracked this appeal to ensure it reaches you in time,” the letter read. “We are asking for your immediate reconsideration and intervention.”
The Polytechnic, Ibadan, established in 1970, is one of Nigeria’s foremost tertiary institutions and holds a special place in the educational landscape of the country.
The student body concluded their appeal with a passionate plea: “We appeal that our institution’s name should be retained as The Polytechnic, Ibadan!”
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