Following a disturbing rise in security threats that caused the campus community to lose lives, the Niger State government has announced the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, in the state.
In response to the institution’s growing insecurity, the government said Abubakar Usman, the SSG’s (SSG) secretary, stated in a statement.
The shutdown, which begins immediately and will continue until further notice, was approved by Governor Umaru Bago.
The Niger State Government places utmost importance on the safety and security of all citizens, especially students and staff, according to the statement. The unfortunate events have caused us “deep sadness,” and we are taking action right away to fix the situation.
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In this uncertain environment, the government urged students, staff, and the entire university community to remain calm, remain vigilant, and cooperate fully with security personnel.
It added that while the incidents are being investigated, steps are being taken to bring back normalcy and stability. The law’s full force will be applied to those who are found to be responsible.
Source: Channels TV
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