Edo government shuts down Ambrose Alli University satellite campuses, moves all activities to Ekpoma

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The Edo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all satellite campuses of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, directing that all academic activities be conducted solely at the main campus in Ekpoma.

Diaspora digital media (DDM) reviled that this decision, was announced in an official statement on February 11, 2025,  issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Ikhilor.

The statement emphasized that no programs or courses should take place outside the university’s main campus in Ekpoma.

Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration made this move as part of efforts to enhance educational quality at the institution.

According to the government, the closure of satellite campuses aligns with broader reforms in the state’s higher education sector.

The Edo State Government has been making substantial investments in Ambrose Alli University to upgrade infrastructure, strengthen faculty resources, and improve overall academic standards.

Authorities stated that shutting down satellite campuses would help eliminate substandard learning centers and promote a centralized system for better oversight.

The statement further reiterated that all academic programs outside the main campus in Ekpoma should cease operations immediately.

Additionally, the university’s Governing Council and management have been directed to enforce the new policy without delay.

The government expects the school administration to ensure a smooth transition for students and faculty members affected by the campus closures.

Ekpoma for their lectures, assignments, and examinations.

This restructuring is aimed at standardizing the learning environment and ensuring that all students receive equal academic opportunities.

Officials also believe that concentrating activities at the main campus in Ekpoma will improve supervision and help maintain high educational standards.

The policy is expected to streamline operations, allowing the university to focus on quality education delivery without the challenges of multiple locations.

While some students and faculty may experience temporary disruptions, the government has assured them that all necessary steps will be taken to ease the transition.

The closure of satellite campuses is part of a wider effort to reform higher education in the state and ensure that all institutions maintain academic integrity.

Education officials argue that this decision will curb irregularities in academic processes and provide a structured learning environment at the Ekpoma campus.

Stakeholders in the education sector have welcomed the decision, noting that it will enhance accountability and foster a more conducive academic setting.

The Edo State Government also noted that its commitment to higher education reform remains a top priority.

By shutting down unauthorized study centers, the administration seeks to protect students from substandard educational practices.

In the coming weeks, the university management will work on relocating students and faculty members to the main campus in Ekpoma.

Authorities have urged students to cooperate with the new directive and assured them that learning conditions will improve at the centralized campus.

Parents, students, and faculty members have been advised to stay informed about the transition process and direct inquiries to the university’s official channels.

As reforms continue, the Edo State Government has reiterated its commitment to making Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, a leading institution for higher education.

By focusing on the main campus in Ekpoma, the university is expected to achieve higher academic excellence and better student outcomes.

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