BREAKING: Ogun Deputy Governor Refutes Attack Claims By MAPOLY Students

The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has dismissed circulating social media reports alleging that she was attacked by protesting students of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta.

Speaking during a solidarity visit by the institution’s management led by Rector Arc. Koye Jolaoso, Salako-Oyedele clarified the events of the protest, which was held against a purported new fee regime introduced by the school.

In a statement released by the institution’s Head of Public Relations and Protocol, Yemi Ajibola, the deputy governor explained that she was on her way to Alamala for the Armed Forces Remembrance Day when her security detail noticed a gathering of students.

“My security detail advised the driver to take a detour, which we did without any ado. I returned to my residence to allow the crowd to pass before continuing my journey,” she said.

Salako-Oyedele added,“If I had been attacked, I would not have gone to attend the program at Alamala, but I went when I was told they had gone.

“I just want all of us to be careful of social media, as it has caused many people calling me to ask after me on reading or hearing the news.”

She also urged the students to adopt peaceful dialogue in addressing their grievances, emphasizing the importance of constructive engagement.

MAPOLY Management Apologizes

During the visit, Rector Arc. Jolaoso apologized on behalf of the institution’s governing council, management, staff, and students for the incident, describing the protest as a guided demonstration.

“We came to apologize for any embarrassment caused by the protest and to seek your forgiveness as a mother,” Jolaoso stated.

The delegation included key members of the institution, such as the Deputy Rector, Dr. Yetunde Lanre-Iyanda; Registrar, Mrs. Olubunmi Elewodalu; Polytechnic Librarian, Alhaja Basirat Akintunde; Bursar, Mrs. Folasade Madariola, FCA; and representatives from campus staff unions.