FG DIRECTS VICE-CHANCELLORS TO ENSURE THE SECURITY AND SAFETY OF THE STAFF, STUDENTS AND INFRASTRUCTURE 29-07-24
By Sadiq Aminu The Federal government has directed Vice-Chancellors to ensure the security and safety of the staff and students and infrastructure in their institutions.
The directive which was issued in a circular signed by the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission, Dr. Chris Maiyaki is ahead of the proposed nationwide protest on August 1, 2024.
The circular urges the Vice-Chancellors to issue specific statements to assure the staff and students of their safety.
It advises students to remain on campus and focus on their academic pursuits, to avoid exposure to any potential danger during the planned protests.
The circular entitled “URGENT ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE SECURITY AND SAFETY OF UNIVERSITY STAFF, STUDENTS AND PROPERTY DURING THE PROPOSED NATION WIDE PROTESTS”
Reads, “The Honourable Minister of Education has directed that the attention of 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 pro-active 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 so as to avoid exposure to any potential danger during the planned protests.
Please accept the renewed assurances of my highest considerations and best wishes.
Chris J. Maiyaki Acting Executive Secretary