BUK bans charging of electric vehicles on campus, gives reason

Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has implemented a ban on charging electric vehicles within its campuses, citing the significant financial strain these practices place on the institution's resources. The university management announced the decision on Tuesday, highlighting concerns over the "indiscriminate charging" of privately owned electric motorcycles and other electric vehicles using the university's electricity supply.

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This practice has contributed significantly to the sharp increase in the University’s electricity bills, thereby placing an enormous financial burden on the institution.

According to a statement by spokesperson Lamara Garba, this practice has "contributed significantly to the sharp increase in the University's electricity bills." The management emphasized that at a time when the university is committed to prudent resource management, the continued use of its electricity for charging private vehicles is no longer sustainable.

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At a time when the University is committed to the prudent management of its resources, the continued use of University electricity for charging private electric motorcycles is no longer sustainable.

"Consequently, Management has banned, with immediate effect, the charging of electric motorcycles and other privately owned electric vehicles on all University campuses and premises," the statement declared. The university warned the campus community that the new restriction will be strictly enforced, with offenders facing appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with the institution's rules and regulations.

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Consequently, Management has banned, with immediate effect, the charging of electric motorcycles and other privately owned electric vehicles on all University campuses and premises.

To ensure compliance, BUK has requested Provosts, Deans, Directors, Heads of Department, and Unit Heads to monitor adherence within their respective areas and report any violations. A University Monitoring Team will also conduct regular patrols across all campuses. The university urged cooperation from community members and visitors, reiterating the financial and operational necessity of the decision to reduce energy costs and ensure the judicious use of its resources.

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Management expects full compliance with this directive. Any person found violating this ban will be liable to appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with the University’s rules and regulations.