Academic activities were abruptly interrupted recently at the Federal University of Lafia, located in Nasarawa State, after floods submerged certain lecture halls within the Faculty of Arts, Naija News learnt.
According to Daily Trust, a group of 200-level students, who have chosen to remain anonymous, voiced their discontent, stating that the flooding has significantly hindered their educational pursuits, complicating the conduct of lectures in the affected areas.
One student said, “We are going through a difficult time. Our examinations are fast approaching, and our lecturers are struggling to conduct classes in these conditions.”
The students reported that certain lectures have been postponed, and numerous individuals have been compelled to stand outside lecture halls due to overcrowding and the presence of floodwater.
They have appealed to both the federal and state governments to take immediate action to resolve the situation, particularly in light of the upcoming second-semester examinations.
They have cautioned that failure to address the issue promptly could jeopardize the structural stability of the university buildings.
Criticism has been directed towards the strategic location of some university buildings in flood-prone areas, with calls made for the federal government to dispatch land surveyors to tackle the recurring flooding problems.
Nonetheless, the Nasarawa State government is implementing measures to alleviate the impact of floods on vulnerable tertiary institutions throughout the state.
The Commissioner for Special Duties on Humanitarian Services and Non-Governmental Organizations, Princess Margaret Elayo, has confirmed this following an inspection of the Multi-purpose Hall of the Faculty of Arts, which was significantly affected by the flooding.
Princess Elayo has voiced her concerns regarding the situation and has reassured the university administration of government assistance, encouraging students to stay composed while efforts are being made to resolve the issue.
During her visit, Princess Elayo examined several flooded lecture halls, including those for English and Literary Studies, History and International Studies within the Faculty of Arts. She also made visits to the Faculty of Sciences, the Faculty of Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Visual and Creative Arts.
“The purpose of my visit is to gather first-hand information and to assess the extent of the damage caused by the floods,” she said.
She promised to engage with the Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency (NASEMA) to explore possible solutions and ensure the swift return of students to their normal academic activities.
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