The Students of Interlink College of Health Technology, Ijebu-Jesa, Osun State, have renewed their appeal for urgent intervention in addressing longstanding challenges affecting their welfare and academic activities.

 

The students, while revisiting concerns that gained public attention following the tragic death of a final-year student, Oluwaseun Adetifa, in May 2026, said several key demands remain unaddressed by relevant authorities.

 

Among their major requests is the need for a more convenient and safer system for school fee payments. According to the students, they are still required to travel to Ilesa to make tuition payments through designated banks, a process they describe as stressful, costly, and risky.

 

They urged the institution's management to consider allowing students to pay their fees through banks located in Ijebu-Jesa, introduce electronic transfer options, permit supervised cash collections by designated school officials, or facilitate the establishment of a banking facility within the institution.

 

The students argued that implementing any of these options would significantly reduce the frequent movement of students to neighbouring towns and minimize exposure to road hazards.

 

In addition to their financial concerns, the students are also demanding the establishment of a functional Students' Union Government (SUG) to serve as an official platform for student representation and engagement with the institution's management on matters affecting their welfare.

 

They maintained that a recognized student union would help promote dialogue, strengthen communication channels, and ensure that students' concerns are properly addressed through legitimate and organized structures.

 

The students further called for improved security measures in hostels and off-campus residences occupied by students. They expressed concerns over the safety of students, particularly those living outside the school premises, and urged the management and relevant security agencies to take proactive steps to safeguard lives and property.

 

Consequently, the students have appealed to the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) to intervene and support their efforts in ensuring that these demands become a reality.

 

They urged the student body at the national level to engage the institution's management, government authorities, and other stakeholders to facilitate the implementation of measures that would improve students' welfare, safety, and overall learning environment.

 

The renewed appeal underscores growing concerns among students that issues brought to light after the tragic death of their colleague have yet to receive the attention and action they deserve.