By Hannah Sanusie
Concerns over students’ behaviour, the inconsistency of lectures, and allegations of secret cult groups have become issues of discussion surrounding campus life at Ernest Bai Koroma University of Science and Technology (EBKUST) in Makeni.
Some students have expressed concerns about what they describe as inconsistent lectures by certain lecturers, saying that irregular teaching schedules could affect their learning, academic preparation, and ability to complete their courses on time.
According to the concerns raised by these students, they expect lecturers to attend classes regularly, follow the academic timetable, and provide adequate guidance to help them understand their lessons.
The students are calling on university management to look into these concerns and ensure that teaching and learning take place as expected. They also want clear communication about lecture schedules, missed classes, and arrangements for covering outstanding course materials.
Meanwhile, questions have also been raised about students’ behaviour on campus. The university community is being encouraged to promote discipline, mutual respect, and responsible conduct among students, while ensuring that the institution remains a safe environment for learning.
Another serious concern involves allegations that secret or undercover cult groups may be operating within the university community. However, these allegations have not been independently verified, and there is no confirmed evidence available for this report establishing the existence or activities of such groups at the Makeni campus.
If credible information about secret groups, intimidation, threats, or other unsafe activities emerges, university management and the appropriate authorities should investigate the matter fairly and take necessary action based on the evidence.
Students who have witnessed specific incidents are encouraged to report them through appropriate university channels rather than spreading unverified information that could create fear or wrongly accuse innocent people.
The concerns about lecture consistency also highlight the importance of accountability in higher education. Students pay fees, invest time, and depend on their lecturers to deliver the education and training needed for their future careers,university authorities are therefore encouraged to review students’ complaints, monitor compliance with academic timetables, and provide a clear process for reporting missed lectures and other academic concerns.
At the same time, students must recognise their own responsibilities by attending classes, respecting university regulations, avoiding harmful peer pressure, and reporting genuine safety concerns through the proper channels.
This report calls on parents and guardians to maintain regular communication with their children, encourage responsible behaviour, and take an interest in their academic progress and general welfare.
As concerns continue to be raised, the attention of university management is being drawn to the need for constructive engagement with students effective academic supervision, and a safe campus environment.