Campus security is once again under the spotlight after new figures revealed that six universities recorded a staggering 449 cases of theft and robbery in the past year. The findings have ignited debate on whether higher learning institutions in Africa are adequately equipped to protect students, staff, and resources.
While universities are traditionally seen as safe spaces for education and intellectual growth, this wave of crime underscores deeper societal issues spilling into campuses — from economic hardship and unemployment to weak institutional security measures.