EKOHOTBLOG reports that the management of the University of Jos (UNIJOS) has suspended the ongoing second semester examinations till further notice.
UNIJOS made this known via a statement signed by its Deputy Registrar, Information and Publications, Abdullahi Abdullahi, on Sunday.
According to the institution, the announcement followed the killing of over 20 people which forced the state government to impose a 24-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The statement read, “Following the unfortunate security breach that occurred in some parts of Jos Metropolis which has led the Plateau State Government to impose a 24-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area, management of the University of Jos has approved the suspension of the ongoing second semester examinations for the 2019/2020 academic session.
“Consequently, all examinations earlier scheduled for between Monday 16th and Saturday 21st, August 2021 have been suspended until further notice,” the UNIJOS Registrar stated.
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The institution further noted that “All students of the university residing in the various hostels are hereby strongly advised to remain within their hostels of residence and avoid unnecessary movements, as management has been working round the clock in close collaboration with the security agencies and the Plateau State Government to ensure that lives and properties of members of the university community, especially students, are adequately protected.”
UNIJOS further directed its students living outside the campus to remain at home during the 24-hour curfew imposed by the state government.
“Similarly, staff of the university are enjoined to remain at home while the 24-hour curfew remains in effect.
“Management wishes to appreciate the government, security agencies, as well as members of the public who have shown great concern about the plight of the university during this difficult period,” the UNIJOS Registrar concluded.
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