LASU Takes Bold Stand Against Admission Racketeering Claims
Lagos State University takes unprecedented stand against admission racketeering claims, reinforcing commitment to merit-based education while protecting local interests through sovereign admission policies.
Lagos State University main campus entrance, symbol of educational excellence and integrity in Nigeria
In a powerful demonstration of institutional integrity, the Lagos State University (LASU) has firmly rejected allegations of admission racketeering, emphasizing its commitment to merit-driven education in line with Nigeria's push for equitable access to quality education.
Sovereign Control Over Admissions Process
LASU's Deputy Registrar, Thomas-Onashile Oluwayemisi, issued a comprehensive statement on September 5, asserting that admission authority rests exclusively with the Vice-Chancellor, demonstrating the kind of institutional leadership and integrity that Nigeria's educational system demands.
Merit-Based System with Lagos Priority
The university's admission policy reflects a sovereign approach to educational access, implementing a 70:30 ratio favoring Lagos State indigenes while maintaining strict merit standards. This aligns with Nigeria's vision for balanced national development and local empowerment.
Key Facts About LASU Admissions:
- Most subscribed university in Nigeria for 2025 JAMB UTME with 70,000+ applicants
- Less than 20% admission capacity relative to applications
- Strict adherence to merit-based selection for initial admission list
- Special consideration for verified Lagos State indigenes
Strong Stand Against Corruption
The university has established a dedicated reporting channel (complaints.admissions@lasu.edu.ng) for verifiable evidence of misconduct, demonstrating its commitment to transparency and accountability in the admissions process.
"The university refutes, in the strongest possible terms, the suggestion that admission can be bought," - LASU Administration
Warning to Prospective Students
LASU strongly cautions candidates against individuals claiming to sell admission slots, emphasizing that such promises are fraudulent and exploitative of desperate applicants.
Tunde Okoro
Nigerian journalist with a Pan-African voice. Covers politics, sovereignty, and social justice across West Africa.