Students from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Ogbomoso, Nigeria, staged a protest on Tuesday, creating a blockade at the institution's main entrance. This demonstration was sparked by the university administration's decision to relocate the Department of Anatomy and Physiology from the College of Health Sciences to the Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences, which the students believe undermines the integrity of their Medical Sciences discipline. In their protests, students expressed their strong disapproval of the administration's decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their academic integrity in medical education.

As the protest unfolded, students chanted slogans reflecting their grievances, stating, "Don’t separate Physiology from Medicine" and asserting that their discipline should not be treated as experimental. They highlighted that Physiology is an essential component of Basic Medical Sciences, and separating it from the Medical Sciences would negatively impact their education and future careers. The protest attracted a significant number of students, who collectively voiced their concerns in a passionate manner, demanding the university authorities re-evaluate their decision.

An internal memo that surfaced in local media indicated that the Senate of LAUTECH had approved the relocation during a meeting held earlier in 2026, raising questions about the communication and consultation process involved in such a significant change. The unrest among students signals deeper issues regarding academic governance at the university and underscores the need for a constructive dialogue between the administration and the student body to address their concerns effectively. The outcome of this protest may influence not only the fate of the Anatomy and Physiology Department but also the larger structure of academic programs at the institution.