The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, has formally appealed to the Oyo State House of Assembly, urging the body to reconsider Governor Seyi Makinde’s recent decision to rename the institution.
According to the SUG, the proposed change threatens the school’s rich heritage and reputation.
In a letter addressed to the Assembly and signed by SUG President Comrade Oladipupo Olamide D, the students stressed the institution’s legacy:
“The Polytechnic, Ibadan has a rich legacy spanning over 50 years, and its name is synonymous with excellence in education. Renaming it would erase its identity and legacy, affecting not only the current students and staff but also the alumni and the entire community.”
They highlighted several concerns, including the historical significance of the name, the preservation of institutional identity, the potential harm to alumni relations, and negative effects on the school’s academic standing and public image.
With a House of Assembly session upcoming, the students urged lawmakers to act swiftly:
“We have expedited this appeal to bring the matter to your attention promptly, seeking your prompt reconsideration and intervention.”
Founded in 1970, The Polytechnic, Ibadan is one of Nigeria’s leading tertiary institutions, deeply rooted in the country’s educational heritage.
“We appeal that our institution’s name should be retained as The Polytechnic, Ibadan!”
