Chaos erupted at Moi University yesterday as anti-riot police stormed the campus following its sudden closure due to a prolonged lecturers’ strike.
The administration responded to student protests by ordering an immediate closure of the institution, instructing all students to vacate the premises.
However, many students, particularly first years, found themselves stranded as they did not have enough money for transport and faced with acute shortage of public transport.
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A significant number were unable to return home. The situation worsened as anti -riot police entered private hostels, reportedly armed with sticks and demanded that the students vacate immediately. This aggressive response left several students injured, further compounding the chaos.
The protests stemmed not only from the strike but also from broader concerns about the new university funding model, which many students argue makes education unaffordable.
As students voiced their frustrations, police used force to disperse crowds both on campus and in surrounding areas, escalating tensions.
The abrupt eviction orders have sparked outrage, with student leaders calling for intervention from local and national authorities to facilitate a safe and orderly return for the stranded students.
The indefinite closure of Moi University highlights ongoing systematic challenges within Kenya’s public universities, where financial struggles and industrial disputes have significantly impacted operations.
Many are now calling for constructive dialogue to address these deep-rooted issues and ensure resolution that restore normalcy at the institution.
By Jane Riana
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