Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has prohibited the charging of privately owned electric motorcycles and other electric vehicles on all its campuses, citing soaring electricity costs and the need to safeguard the institution’s financial resources.
The directive, which takes immediate effect, was announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the university’s Director of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba.
According to the university, management has become increasingly concerned over the widespread use of campus electricity to charge privately owned electric motorcycles and other electric vehicles, a practice it said has significantly contributed to the sharp rise in the institution’s electricity bills.
“The continued use of University electricity for charging private electric motorcycles is no longer sustainable,” the statement said, noting that the university is committed to prudent resource management amid growing operational costs.
Under the new directive, members of staff, students, commercial motorcycle operators and all other users of privately owned electric vehicles are prohibited from using the university’s electricity supply for charging purposes anywhere within its campuses and premises.
The university warned that anyone found violating the ban will face disciplinary action in line with its rules and regulations.
To ensure strict enforcement, BUK said Provosts, Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments and Heads of Units have been directed to monitor compliance within their respective faculties and offices and promptly report any breaches.
The institution also announced the creation of a University Monitoring Team that will conduct routine patrols across its campuses to enforce the directive.
Management urged all members of the university community to comply fully with the new policy, describing it as part of broader efforts to reduce energy expenditure, promote responsible electricity use and ensure the efficient management of university resources.
The decision comes as many public institutions across Nigeria continue to grapple with rising electricity tariffs and increasing operating costs, prompting tighter measures to manage energy consumption and reduce avoidable expenses.
