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Former Lagos State University VC Proposes Major Fee Hike for Financial Independence

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Sep 22
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Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, who completed her five-year tenure as the ninth Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University on September 19, 2026, argued that public universities require financial independence through increased fees. In an interview, she proposed that universities should charge at least ₦1 million per student per session. She noted that Lagos State University's monthly payroll exceeded ₦1 billion and its electricity bill was approximately ₦140 million.

From opinionnigeria.com, punchng.com

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The proposal addresses the financial strain on public universities, which are struggling to maintain operations and manage debt. The argument highlights the tension between expanding access to higher education and ensuring the financial viability of these institutions.

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    The university might see increased revenue from student fees, potentially improving its operational funding.

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