In response to a series of relentless robbery attacks targeting students, Gateway Polytechnic in Sapaade, Ogun State, has taken the unprecedented step of shutting down the institution.
The management has instructed students to refrain from attending classes for the next two weeks due to concerns for their safety.
Recent reports reveal that armed robbers have been plaguing the polytechnic, engaging in criminal activities such as theft and assaulting female students.

Tragically, in the latest incident, a student lost their life, while nine others sustained injuries.
Over the past two weeks, the assailants have conducted more than three attacks on students and residents in nearby communities including Isara, Ipara, and Ode.
Last week, students took to the streets in protest, expressing their frustrations with the escalating security challenges.
Consequently, the management, deeply disturbed by the ongoing attacks, has opted to close the school until a sense of normalcy can be restored.
In an official memo signed by the Acting Registrar, J O Popoola, the polytechnic announced the suspension of physical lectures on campus for the next two weeks, effective Monday, December 4, 2023.
The memo states, “All students are to note that online lectures have commenced with immediate effect, therefore students are directed to join online classes in order to continue lectures for the current semester.”
Students have been urged to avoid the polytechnic premises until further notice.
The decision to introduce online classes aims to ensure the continuity of the academic session despite the physical closure of the institution.
Olatunji Idowu Alexander, the President of the institution’s Student Union Government, confirmed the development to the media on Monday, underscoring the gravity of the security concerns that prompted this drastic measure.
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