Your universities are selling bread ?
And some of you believe the management is just looking for every opportunity to make money—despite the significant tuition fees you pay.
But if this is still your mindset, then you might not fully understand how things work.
Here’s the truth: Universities, whether private or public, are business enterprises. As a student in a public university, what you’re paying isn’t real school fees but an access fee. If you were paying actual school fees—covering the full cost of your education—over 80% of graduates today wouldn’t be able to afford it.
Fact-check this: Public universities spend millions of Naira monthly just to ensure you have a relatively stable power supply. Do you know your tuition fee for four or even six years isn’t enough to sustain a 24-hour power supply?
That’s why management ventures into other businesses—like selling bread or bottled water. These initiatives generate extra revenue to keep the institution running smoothly, subsidize your education, and make your stay on campus more convenient.
So, before you criticize these efforts, remember this: universities aren’t just educational institutions; they’re ecosystems. Their primary goal is to ensure you get quality education without overwhelming you with unbearable costs.
The next time you see a campus business, understand it’s part of a larger effort to sustain the system for your benefit. Let’s appreciate these initiatives and think beyond the surface. Education isn’t just about lectures; it’s about understanding how systems work and growing with them.