Benue Varsity Students Protest Accreditation Delays

Students from Benue State University, specifically those in the radiography program, staged a protest over an ongoing accreditation crisis that has led to delayed examinations and uncertainty regarding their graduation. The program, which falls under the College of Health Sciences, has not yet secured accreditation from the Radiography Registr Board of Nigeria (RRBN).

This situation has raised concerns about the academic standing of the students, particularly as the department currently operates with a shortage of key academic staff. The head of the department and the examination office are responsible for handling core courses across multiple levels, but final year students are unable to complete the required professional exams.

This delay has significant implications for their entry into the workforce. The protesting students have sought internal resolutions without success and are now calling on government authorities and regulatory bodies for urgent intervention to prevent permanent disruption to their career paths.