Students Union Declares State of Emergency Over CBT Tests, Demands One Month Elongation of Academic Calendar
Blessed Elemikan In the wake of the numerous sad issues that have accompanied computer based tests (CBT) this semester, particularly the recent case of the collapse of two students as a result of long queues, the Great Ife students' Union has declared a state of emergency, postponing all proposed CBT tests till further notice. In a letter issued on Wednesday night, the Union stated— "in light of these pressing matters, and in exercise of our mandate to protect student rights and interests, the Students' Union hereby declares a STATE OF EMERGENCY on the conduct of all CBT examinations. Effective immediately, ALL CBT TESTS ARE HEREBY POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE." The letter further stated; "this postponement will remain in effect until the university management implements verifiable solutions, including but not limited to: 1. ...