The development, many feared, might escalate and become violent considering the volatile security situation in Wukari.
The Federal University Wukari in Taraba state has been shut
down indefinitely.
The closure of the university came following students'
restiveness in the aftermath of protest staged by Tiv Students Union after the
kidnapping of their colleagues on campus.
Professor Abubakar Musa Gundiri, Vice Chancellor (VC) of the
university approved the shutdown on Wednesday and directed that "all
school activities should stop till further notice to avoid further escalation
of crisis that may affect students affairs".
The statement further directed that "all students
should vacate the hostel with immediate effect".
SaharaReporters further learnt that the Student Union
Government (SUG) has staged a counter demonstration, demanding that the
university should rescind its decision.
The development, many feared, might escalate and become
violent considering the volatile security situation in Wukari.
Wukari town has been embroiled in violent tribal clashes
between Tiv and Jukun.
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