LASU bans unauthorised content video shooting on campus

The Lagos State University (LASU) has against making unauthorised skits on campus.

The warning follows a prank video on Wednesday that simulated a bandit attack

The December 5 video titled, “Bandits Prank on Lasuites,” showed individuals dressed as bandits storming the Ojo campus in commando-style, causing panic as students and passers-by fled. The video was later confirmed to be staged.

However, in a statement on Friday, LASU spokesperson Oluwayemisi Thomas-Onashile expressed concern over the growing trend of using the university campuses for content that is offensive, inappropriate, or misrepresents the institution’s values.

“The Lagos State University has observed with concern the increasing unauthorised use of its campuses and facilities for content creation activities, particularly by students. While the university encourages creativity and responsible self-expression, it has become evident that some of the content being produced is offensive, inappropriate, and misrepresents the values and image of the institution,” the statement read.

LASU stressed that unchecked content creation could damage its reputation and undermine its standing as a respected centre of learning and character development.

The university consequently directed that anyone wishing to shoot skits, vox pops, short films, promotional videos, or any form of audiovisual content on campus, hostels, or adjoining facilities must obtain prior approval from the Centre for Information and Public Relations.

The statement added that drones are also banned on campus unless formally authorised by the university’s security department, citing safety and privacy concerns.

“As a responsible institution committed to preserving the sanctity of the university environment as a hub of knowledge, research, and innovation, all cinematographic activities on LASU campuses now require prior approval,” the statement added.