Meru University of Science and Technology Closed Indefinitely Following Student Riots Over VC’s Removal
Wed , Mar 2023
- The university has been closed indefinitely following student riots that erupted after the university council removed Vice Chancellor Romanus Odhiambo from his position.
- Students claimed that the decision was political and demanded the immediate reinstatement of the VC. They blocked the Meru-Maua road and set a vehicle on fire near the university gate, leading to running battles with police.
- The council had evaluated Odhiambo’s performance and found it below expectations, leading to the rejection of his request for a contract renewal.
- The closure of the university has disrupted academic activities and caused inconvenience to students, with concerns about safety and security.
- The situation remains tense, and there are hopes that a resolution will be reached soon to restore normalcy at the institution.
The university has been closed indefinitely following student riots that erupted after the university council removed Vice Chancellor Romanus Odhiambo from his position.
Students claimed that the decision was political and demanded the immediate reinstatement of the VC. They blocked the Meru-Maua road and set a vehicle on fire near the university gate, leading to running battles with police.The council had evaluated Odhiambo’s performance and found it below expectations, leading to the rejection of his request for a contract renewal.
The closure of the university has disrupted academic activities and caused inconvenience to students, with concerns about safety and security.
The situation remains tense, and there are hopes that a resolution will be reached soon to restore normalcy at the institution.
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