Silence becomes cowardice when occasion demands speaking out the whole truth and acting accordingly"

Sequel upon the recent brouhaha which had led to the closure of Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH) for nearly three months, the National Association of Polytechnic Students has appealed to the Lagos State Government to kindly reverse its harsh decision on the matter.

The Association through the VP External Affairs, Comrade Olasunkanmi Ijaduoye urged the State Government to consider the students. He said the ongoing crisis between the Management and Staffs of the Institution will serve as a big blow to the students as they (the students of the school) will be at the receiving end.


He further stated that where two elephants lock horns, the grass suffers most. He therefore implores the Management of the School to withdraw the Security Agencies which are planted at the School's entrance to intimidate the Students. He described the act as being barbaric and opaque.

The Academic Staff Union and the Non Academic Staff Union were also appreciated for their peaceful co existence from time immemorial.

Following the antecedents of the Lagos State Government under the able supervision of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, we know he surely can do something about this. We urge him to intervene as a father and we shall be glad he did.

Signed :

Comrade Ijaduoye Olasunkanmi
NAPS VP External Affairs

Comrade Sobowale Olayinka
NAPS Director of Media and Publicity