This article explores the issue of lecturer absenteeism in Nigerian universities, using the recent student protests at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) as a starting point. The author draws on personal experiences as both a student and a lecturer to highlight the detrimental impact of this problem on students' education and their sense of value. The article also examines the challenges faced by lecturers, including rising living costs and inadequate salaries, and proposes solutions such as stricter disciplinary measures, innovative teaching methods, and a shift towards hybrid learning models to address this systemic issue.
Recently, students from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, particularly those at the College of Agriculture in Iseyin Campus, protested to voice their frustrations over the deteriorating state of their educational experience.
I could easily share in the students’ pain and frustration. Beyond simply being unacceptable, lecturer absenteeism sends a damaging message that blatantly disregards students, undermining their sense of value, worth and confidence in their ability to contribute to the world. This is fundamentally opposed to the promise that higher education should represent.Their story brought back memories from my undergraduate days when I experienced similar neglect.
Addressing the issue of lecturer absenteeism requires a comprehensive approach that takes into account the current realities of both students and educators. The goal should be to strike a balance where students receive the quality education they deserve while lecturers are supported in fulfilling their responsibilities. It cannot be one or the other; it has to be both.
Second, management needs to explore innovative ways to create better systems for both lecturers and students. Class schedules and logistical demands should be restructured to reflect current realities. For example, timetables can be adjusted to ensure that every lecturer has at least one day when they do not have to be physically present on campus, helping to reduce their financial burden.
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