Date: March 20, 2026 l By Mis Stella, Dalena Reporters
More than 2,000 students of the Etinan Institute in Akwa Ibom State have been left to endure harsh learning conditions without electricity and access to clean water, as the once-prominent institution reportedly falls into severe neglect.
According to reports, the school has deteriorated into a near-abandoned facility, with students forced to study in darkness due to the absence of power supply. The lack of basic infrastructure has significantly disrupted academic activities, raising concerns about the quality of education being delivered.
Equally troubling is the reported absence of potable water within the school premises, leaving students struggling to meet even their most basic daily needs. Observers say the situation has exposed students to health risks, as they are compelled to rely on unsafe or inadequate water sources.
The Etinan Institute, once regarded as a respected educational establishment in the region, is now described by concerned stakeholders as being “in ruins,” with dilapidated buildings and poor maintenance reflecting years of neglect by relevant authorities.
Local voices and education advocates have expressed outrage over the condition of the school, calling on the Akwa Ibom State Government to urgently intervene and restore essential facilities. They warn that the continued neglect of such institutions could have long-term consequences on students’ academic performance and future prospects.
The situation also highlights broader challenges facing Nigeria’s public education system, where inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, and weak oversight continue to hinder effective learning in many regions.
As pressure mounts on authorities to act, the plight of students at Etinan Institute stands as a stark reminder of the gap between policy promises and on-ground realities in the country’s education sector.