Court Orders Reinstatement of Students Over Tuition Protest

On September 4, 2024, Justice Nkeony Maha of the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, ordered the University of Ibadan to reinstate three students—Aduwo Ayodel, Mide Gbadegesin, and another—who were suspended on July 14, 2025, for protesting a tuition fee hike. The protest began following a circular issued by the university's governing council, which endorsed the fee increase.

The students filed a suit claiming their suspension infringed on their fundamental human rights, including the right to a fair hearing as guaranteed by Section 36 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The court set aside the disciplinary committee's decision, reinstating the students with full rights to attend lectures, write exams, and participate in student union activities.

The court also awarded N20 million in damages against the university for the infringement of the students' rights.