LASU Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre Set to Launch Officially

Akeredolu Israel

Omolade Ewaoluwa

The Lagos State University (LASU) Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Centre will officially launch on Monday, February 5th, 2024, the society announced at a press conference on Friday.

The ADR Society, established in conjunction with the Student Judicial Council (SJC) last year, aims to provide a more confidential and flexible conflict resolution process for LASU students.

According to ADR Society President and ADR Centre Chairperson Fathia Adetola, the centre will offer students a favorable alternative for settling disputes across LASU's campuses, while protecting the involved parties' interests.

Deputy Vice President Fatimah Lasisi said the ADR process circumvents SJC procedures, making it more time efficient and cost-effective. She added that the centre will provide an appropriate setting for student mediation and self-representation to ensure proper justice.

ADR's main distinction is its confidentiality and flexibility. The centre allows for student privacy and resolves disputes discreetly.

Assistant Director of Research 1 Abdul Quadri Ajeniya outlined the centre's dispute resolution techniques, including mediation, arbitration, consultation, and mutual evaluation for students. The ADR Centre will address all student issues except criminality.

According to Publicity Director if the centre Alarape Oluwatimileyin, the official launch and brochure release will be on the ADR Centre's Instagram page (@lasuadrcentre) at 10 AM on Monday, February 5th, 2024.

For the first three weeks, the centre will offer free consultations and case resolutions for students on all campuses(pro-bono). Consultations are available from 10 AM to 5 PM daily, including virtually.

To book sessions or consultations, students can email adrsociety@gmail.com or contact Registrars Arepo Muedeen (+2348094180490) or Abdulquadri Ajeniya (+2348102484131).