The 350k hostel in UNILAG that has got everyone buzzing
There is usually a balloting procedure done to get hostels in the University and not everyone is fortunate enough to get one.
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A video that recently surfaced online has ignited a storm of discussion on social media as it unveils a hostel situation at the University of Lagos (Unilag) that has left many perplexed. The clip showcases a hostel in the Makama area of Unilag, which reportedly sells for a whopping 350,000 Naira.
In Unilag, securing a hostel space is not a straightforward process, as a balloting procedure is typically employed to allocate them, and not every student is fortunate enough to secure one. However, those who do manage to secure a hostel sometimes take advantage of their good fortune by increasing the price and reselling it to others seeking accommodation close to their classes.
The young lady who shared the video expressed her astonishment at the high cost of the Makama hostel, which her friend reportedly acquired for a staggering 350,000 Naira. She further lamented the deplorable condition of the environment.
Upon inspecting the room, her friend found the door detached, the window net torn, and, to add to the discomfort, there was no electricity supply to the room.
The video and the situation depicted within it have provoked strong reactions from social media users:
- @Ada_Ihiala questioned the logic behind spending 350,000 Naira on a hostel space and suggested that it might be more sensible to rent an apartment instead, considering the high cost.
- @softie0001 reacted with exasperation, labeling the situation as "wickedness."
- @Haywonofficial criticized both the person who bought the overpriced hostel and the one who sold it, wondering why the transaction took place.
- @umorumona offered a grim perspective by comparing the conditions to Kirikiri prison, implying that they were similarly dire.
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- @naomi_akerele identified the location as Makama and described it as a "terrible place to stay."
The viral video has brought to light the challenges and disparities in the hostel allocation system at Unilag, leaving many to question the fairness and ethics of such practices.
