A Heritage Under Threat: Why OSPOLY Must Rethink the Demolition of the Students’ Union Building ( Part 1)
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By Folaranmi Ajayi (Enigma) "Tell it not in Gath, publish it not in the streets of Ashkelon; lest the daughters of the Philistines rejoice, lest the daughters of the uncircumcised triumph." — 2 Samuel 1:20 (KJV) This verse, part of David’s lament over the death of Saul and Jonathan, expresses profound sorrow and a desire to prevent their enemies from celebrating their downfall. Similarly, the proposed demolition of the Students’ Union Building at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree (OSPOLY), represents a significant loss, not just of a structure but of history, identity, and student representation. At the heart of OSPOLY stands a building that is much more than bricks and mortar. It is a symbol of student activism, leadership, and unity—a space where generations of students have gathered to voice their concerns, shape their future, and uphold the ideals of collective progress. However, this historic edifice, the Students’ Union Building, now faces an uncertain fate as the school ma...