Osun State University Students’ Union Decries Soaring Hostel Rents, Demands Fair and Dignified Housing for Students.

Following its earlier interventions, the Osun State University Students’ Union (OSUSU) has once again raised serious concerns over the escalating cost of hostel accommodation across the institution’s six campuses. The Union described the situation as a heavy financial burden and an affront to students’ welfare, emphasizing that it is becoming increasingly difficult for many students to afford decent housing.

In a statement released on Friday, the Union lamented that students are being compelled to pay inflated and often unjustified rents, despite the fact that many hostels still lack adequate facilities and proper maintenance. According to OSUSU, the growing housing crisis is now threatening students’ academic focus, mental health, and overall well-being.

“The struggle with exorbitant housing costs is affecting the well-being and academic success of many of our students. Affordable accommodation is not just a convenience; it is a necessity that directly impacts the student experience,” the statement read.

OSUSU send strong message to landlords and agents .

Accompanying the release was a video campaign directed at landlords and agents, where the Union openly condemned exploitative housing practices.

“We see the rooms — small spaces dressed in big price tags. We see the broken promises, the lies, the unspoken threats, and the sudden increments,” the video declared.

Reaffirming its commitment to student welfare, OSUSU insisted that students deserve fairness, respect, and dignity in their living conditions.

“We are not just numbers in your ledger; we are future leaders. All we ask for is fair rent and decent living. This is not just a plea — it is a demand for dignity,” the message emphasized.

The Union called on landlords, university management, local authorities, and policymakers to engage in meaningful dialogue aimed at establishing fair, reasonable, and transparent rental agreements. It also urged students to remain united as the advocacy continues.

“End the brutality, end exploitation. End agents’ brutality, end high hostel fees,” the Union declared, pledging to continue advocating for student welfare, monitoring housing conditions, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve lasting solutions.