AAU Gates Shut as SUG Grand Celebration for New Edo Governor Halts Academic Life

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma experienced an unexpected disruption as the main gate was locked due to a celebration organized by the Student Union Government (SUG) in honor of Edo State’s newly elected Governor, Monday Okpehbolo. The celebration, planned by the SUG to commend Governor Okpehbolo’s recent electoral success, brought campus life to a brief halt, leaving students and staff unable to enter or exit the university grounds.

The event, designed to showcase student support for the governor’s election, quickly sparked mixed reactions. Students arriving on campus were surprised to find the gate closed, disrupting access to classrooms, facilities, and administrative buildings. Some students expressed concern over the timing of the celebration, especially as it affected those with tight academic schedules.

The SUG, in organizing the event, had aimed to honor Governor Okpehbolo for his anticipated contributions to youth empowerment and educational reform in Edo State. However, students questioned the decision to lock the gate, with many calling for future celebrations to consider academic routines and avoid disruptions to campus accessibility.

As news of the locked gate spread, frustration grew among the student body. Some voiced concerns on social media, calling for an open discussion about how to balance student-led events with the need for continuous access to campus. Others highlighted the importance of celebrating the governor’s success without impeding the educational environment.

While the SUG has yet to release an official statement addressing the gate closure, students hope that future events will take a more balanced approach, allowing them to honor public figures without compromising campus activities.