LAUTECH Stays Open: Management Dismisses Closure Rumours Amid Security Concerns
The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has denied rumours that the university was closed due to fears of bandit attacks. In an official statement, the school clarified that it remains open and academic activities, including ongoing examinations, are continuing as scheduled.
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The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has firmly dismissed circulating rumours claiming the institution has been shut down over fears of a possible bandit invasion.
In a statement released on Tuesday evening and signed by Olalekan Fadeyi on behalf of the Registrar, Mrs. Olayinka Balogun, the university described the reports as false and urged the public to ignore them.
The statement clarified that there is no security situation warranting the closure of the institution. It further reassured students, parents, and guardians that academic activities are ongoing without interruption.
According to the management, “There is no immediate reason for the university to be closed. LAUTECH remains in session.” It also noted that students are currently sitting for examinations, which are expected to continue as scheduled.
The university expressed concern over the spread of misinformation, apologising for any anxiety or inconvenience the rumours may have caused.
The clarification comes in the wake of recent security incidents reported in parts of Oriire Local Government Area, where attacks on some schools were recorded. Although those locations are not far from the university’s host community, LAUTECH authorities stressed that the institution is not affected and remains safe for academic activities.
For now, the university continues its normal operations, urging the public to rely only on verified official communications for accurate updates.
