Radiography students at Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM), have staged a protest over a deepening academic crisis threatening their graduation and professional progression.

The students say the lack of programme accreditation and severe lecturer shortage have stalled critical examinations, leaving their future uncertain.

The institution, formerly known as Benue State University, runs a radiography programme under its College of Health Sciences.

However, the programme is yet to secure accreditation from the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN), raising concerns about its academic standing.

Students report that the department currently operates with only two key academic staff, the Head of Department and an Examination Officer handling core courses across multiple levels.

As a result, students in 300 to 500 levels who are eligible for the First Professional Examination have not been assessed.

Final year students are the worst affected, as they have been unable to complete required professional exams, effectively delaying graduation and entry into the workforce.

Protesting students say they have explored internal resolution channels without success.

They are now calling on government authorities, regulatory bodies, and the media to urgently intervene.

Some students expressed fears that prolonged delays could permanently disrupt their career paths.

The situation raises critical questions about regulatory oversight and institutional readiness. Stakeholders are yet to issue an official response, but pressure is mounting for swift action to safeguard the academic future of affected students.