The move which has sparked concern among students, alumni, and stakeholders, is seen as a threat to the institution’s long-standing heritage and reputation.

In a letter addressed to the House of Assembly and signed by the SUG President, Oladipupo Olamide , the student body described the decision as potentially harmful to the identity and legacy of the school, which has stood as a beacon of academic excellence for over five decades.


“The Polytechnic, Ibadan has a rich legacy spanning over 50 years, and its name is synonymous with excellence in education,” the letter reads. “Renaming it would erase its identity and legacy, affecting not only the current students and staff but also the alumni and the entire community.”


The students listed several reasons for their resistance to the proposed change, including the preservation of history and legacy, protection of institutional identity, and the potential negative impact on alumni and stakeholders.