The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has announced a strict prohibition on the unauthorized use of its campus — including lecture halls, hostels, and other facilities — for video and film productions by skit makers, filmmakers, and content creators.
In an official statement released on Thursday, October 28, and signed by the institution’s Head of Communication and Public Relations, Mrs. Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, the university expressed deep concern over the rising trend of individuals and groups engaging in various forms of filming on campus without obtaining formal permission.
According to the statement, the management has observed a surge in the number of people — including students, social media influencers, and external production crews — using the university’s environment to shoot skits, short films, vox pops, and other video content. Many of these productions, the institution noted, are conducted without proper authorization and often misrepresent the university’s image or disrupt its academic and residential settings.
“The attention of the University of Lagos Management has been drawn to the increasing use of the University premises, including hostels and other facilities, for the shooting of films/videos (skits, vox pops, etc.) and cinematographic activities, without appropriate authorisation,” the statement read.
UNILAG emphasized that while it supports creative expression and innovation, it is crucial that such activities are properly regulated to maintain order, safety, and respect for the institution’s academic integrity. The university explained that procedures have already been established for any form of content creation on campus, ensuring that all productions align with its standards and values.
As part of the new directive, anyone wishing to record or produce content within the university — whether students, staff members, or external collaborators — must first obtain official approval from the Communications Unit. This process is designed to guarantee safety, orderliness, and the protection of the university’s reputation.
“Members of the University community and the general public are therefore advised to comply strictly with this directive in the interest of order, safety, and collective responsibility,” the statement added.
With this move, UNILAG aims to preserve its image as a leading academic institution while maintaining a disciplined environment free from unregulated activities that could disrupt learning or misrepresent its values.