The crisis engulfing the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has reached a new peak as the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ekiti State Chapter, announced the relocation of its operational headquarters to the university’s main campus.

The move, the council said, marks the beginning of a mass action aimed at restoring transparency, ending corruption, and rebuilding integrity in the institution’s administration.

NYCN Declares State of Emergency

In a letter dated October 29, 2025, signed by the NYCN Chairman, Ambassador James Bankole, and the General Secretary, Silas Olawale, the youth body declared a state of emergency over “the deep-seated corruption and moral decay within FUOYE.”

“After exhausting all official channels, including petitions to the Presidency, ministries, and anti-corruption agencies, we believe it is time for decisive civic action,” the NYCN statement read.

The council noted that its actions were a patriotic effort to rescue FUOYE from alleged administrative misconduct and ethical decline.

Daily Peaceful Protests Set to Begin November 3

The NYCN announced that beginning Monday, November 3, 2025, it would relocate its operational headquarters to FUOYE’s main campus and organize daily peaceful protests until its “non-negotiable demands” are met.

“We call on students, youth, and civil society groups to join us in liberating FUOYE from corruption and abuse of power,” the group declared.

This planned demonstration follows several months of petitions and reports detailing alleged irregularities and financial mismanagement within the university.

List of NYCN’s Non-Negotiable Demands

The council outlined several key reform demands, including:

1. Immediate suspension of Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina;
   
2. Removal of Governing Council Chairman, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba;
   
3. Independent investigation of all sexual harassment cases;
   
4. Suspension of the ongoing Vice-Chancellorship selection process;
   
5. Forensic audit of FUOYE’s financial records since 2021;
   
6. Protection for whistle-blowers and restoration of lawful governance.
   

The NYCN emphasized that only transparent leadership can restore public trust in the university’s operations.

Allegations of Corruption and Misconduct

Reports from multiple sources claim that petitions have been forwarded to the Presidency, EFCC, and ICPC, alleging widespread financial impropriety, administrative manipulation, and cover-ups of misconduct within FUOYE.

The NYCN has also called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to suspend the university’s ongoing Vice-Chancellorship selection process pending the outcome of investigations.

However, FUOYE’s management has firmly denied all allegations, insisting that all activities in the university are conducted with due process and transparency.

Stakeholders Call for Federal Intervention

As the standoff intensifies, education stakeholders and civil society organizations have urged the Federal Ministry of Education to intervene and avert further escalation.

Observers fear that if left unaddressed, the crisis could disrupt academic stability and damage FUOYE’s institutional reputation.

NYCN Reaffirms Commitment to Integrity

The youth body maintained that its movement is not politically motivated, but a moral and civic intervention aimed at cleansing the system.

“Our mission is to end impunity and restore integrity in FUOYE,” the NYCN said.

With the relocation of its headquarters to the campus, the group vowed to continue peaceful demonstrations until justice and accountability prevail.

Conclusion

As tension mounts, the spotlight remains on FUOYE’s leadership and federal authorities to address the issues before they spiral into a full-blown institutional breakdown. The outcome of the NYCN-led protests could redefine university governance and transparency across Nigeria’s higher education system.