Security concerns, policy shifts signal new phase

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Tunji Disu, Inspector-General of Police

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By Jelili Qoyyum & Ayinla Abigail

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Students at Yaba College of Technology are grappling with a wave of unease following recent security incidents, alongside new institutional policies and proposed development plans that could reshape the future of the college.

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Tension heightened after the reported killing of a student in the Ebute Metta area near the campus. The incident, believed to be linked to suspected cult-related activity, has triggered fear among students and residents, prompting renewed calls for tighter security within and around the institution.

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A National Diploma student, who requested anonymity, described the prevailing anxiety: “I’m scared moving around late now. The school and government need to do something.”

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In response to growing concerns over safety and discipline, the management of YABATECH has introduced stricter regulations. Among the measures is a ban on “sign-out” celebrations traditionally held by final-year students after examinations.

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