The Deanery of Student Affairs at Federal University of Education, Zaria has issued a directive banning students from selling books, instructional materials, or collecting money from fellow students without official approval.
The directive was contained in an internal memorandum dated March 12, 2026, with reference number FUEZ/DSA/VC/004. The notice specifically targets Class Representatives of both NCE and Undergraduate programmes, who are often involved in coordinating academic materials for students.
Reason for the Directive
According to the Dean of Student Affairs, the management of Federal University of Education, Zaria has observed several cases where students have been selling books, lecture materials, and other instructional items or collecting money on behalf of individuals or organizations without proper authorization.
Such activities, the university noted, are not permitted unless they have been officially approved by the appropriate authority within the institution.
Official Position of the University
The memorandum clearly stated the university’s position on the matter:
> No student is permitted to sell books, instructional materials, or collect any form of money from other students on behalf of any person or organization without obtaining prior approval from the Dean, Students Affairs Division.
This directive means that any financial or material transaction involving students must first receive formal authorization from the Dean of Student Affairs.
Warning to Students
Students of Federal University of Education, Zaria have been strongly warned to stop any unauthorized sales or money collection activities immediately.
The university emphasized that any student found violating the directive will face disciplinary action in accordance with the institution’s rules and regulations.
Advice to the Student Community
To avoid sanctions, the university advised students to strictly comply with the directive and ensure that they seek proper approval before engaging in any activity that involves collecting money or distributing academic materials among students.
This measure is intended to promote transparency, accountability, and fairness within the student community.
### Authorities Copied in the Memorandum
The directive was also copied to several key authorities within the university, including:
- The Vice Chancellor
- The Acting Registrar
- All Deans
- All Heads of Departments (HODs)
- The Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU)
- The Director of Security
- The Deputy Registrar (Servicom)
- The Students’ Representative Council (SRC)
These offices are expected to help monitor compliance and ensure that the directive is properly enforced across the institution.
Ensuring Proper Authorization
The management of Federal University of Education, Zaria encouraged students to always seek official approval before organizing or participating in any activity that involves financial transactions among students.
The directive, issued through the Deanery of Student Affairs, aims to protect students from possible exploitation while maintaining order and integrity within the university community.