KWASU imposes nighttime restrictions to tackle robbery in Malete

A series of restrictions on movement and nighttime activities within Malete town, the Kwara State University host community, has been imposed to curb the incessant robbery incidents targeted at students of the institution, DAILY POST reports.

The resolution was reached at a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the management of Kwara State University, KWASU, Malete, on Monday with the agreement of all key actors.

The key actors included the Vice-Chancellor of the institution, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Alade Jimoh, members of the university’s extended management team, the Chairperson of Moro Local Government Council, traditional leaders, security agencies, the alumni association, and the Students’ Union body.

As part of the new security measures, motorcycle operations are now restricted from 10:00 p.m., all commercial activities and general movements must cease by 11:00 p.m., while generator sets are to be switched off by midnight, and night parties are outrightly banned.

The stakeholders also agreed on the formation of a Joint Security Committee, comprising representatives from the university, Malete community, Students’ Union, and security agencies.

In addition, all private hostels in the community are mandated to engage security personnel, while trained vigilantes will be employed to support formal security efforts.

Speaking at the meeting, Vice-Chancellor Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh reiterated the university’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.

Chairperson of Moro Local Government Council, Hajia Mariam Abdulwasiu, disclosed that the council would initiate the legal framework to enact a by-law formalizing the agreed restrictions.

She also announced the deployment of 10 additional vigilantes equipped with necessary security tools to bolster the area’s night patrol.