The Federal Government has directed the vice-chancellors of all Nigerian universities to take proactive steps to ensure the security and safety of the university community, including staff and students, during the planned nationwide protest.
The government has also advised the students to remain on their various campuses to avoid exposure to any potential danger during the protests.
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, gave the directive on Monday through the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Chris Maiyaki, in a letter addressed to vice-chancellors of universities.
The letter read: “The Honourable Minister of Education has directed that the attention of the vice-chancellors of all Nigerian universities be formally drawn to the plan by unknown groups to embark on nationwide protests.
“The Federal Government is not unaware of the right of any Nigerian to peaceful protest but is concerned about the safety of staff, students, and university property should there be any protest action.
“Consequently, the Honourable Minister has directed that Vice-Chancellors of all Nigerian universities should take proactive steps to ensure the security and safety of the university community, including staff and students.
“In addition, vice-chancellors are to please issue specific statements to assure staff and students of their safety. It is also advisable that students remain on campus to focus on their academic pursuits to avoid exposure to any potential danger during the planned protests.
“Please accept the renewed assurances of my highest considerations and best wishes.”
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