{
  "id": 18751708,
  "title": "Release graduates’ results or risk youths being used as political thugs- Oye residents warn FUOYE",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/release-graduates-results-or-risk-youths-being-used-as-political",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T16:02:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/07/oye-residents-warn-fuoye-release-graduates-results-now-or-risk-youths-being-used-as-political-thugs-in-2027/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Residents of Oye-Ekiti have expressed concern over the delay in releasing graduation results from the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), warning that it could lead to the exploitation of graduates by political groups ahead of the 2027 general elections. One resident, Mr. Sunday Komolafe, lamented the frustration among graduates due to the prolonged delay, which has prevented them from securing employment and contributing positively to society. He also warned that some graduates have already been approached by political actors, who are encouraging them to assume false identities to engage in political activities.\n\nThe Dean of Student Affairs at FUOYE, Prof. Temitope Babalola, addressed the issue, stating that the university has been in touch with affected students and is now issuing their results. He assured that the university is committed to resolving outstanding academic issues and emphasized the ongoing efforts to address students' concerns. The President of the FUOYE Students’ Union Government, Olusegun Ajayi, also acknowledged the complaints and confirmed that the union has engaged the university management to resolve the matter. He advised graduates to remain vigilant against political manipulation and to utilize their constitutional right to participate in elections without succumbing to activities that could undermine public peace. The residents have urged the university to expedite the release of the outstanding results to allow graduates to pursue other opportunities and contribute productively to society.",
  "summary": "Residents of Oye-Ekiti have cautioned the management of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE, against unnecessary delays in processing and releasing outstanding academic results and graduation documents, warning that keeping graduates idle for too long could make them vulnerable to political manipulation and recruitment for thuggery ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}