According to Channels Television, With the hashtag End Bad Governance trending on social media, the planned nationwide protests have captured widespread attention. In response, Minister of Education Tahir Mamman has advised students at Nigerian universities to remain on campus during the demonstrations.
A statement from the National Universities Commission (NUC) on Monday highlighted the minister’s concerns. Signed by Acting Executive Secretary Chris Maiyaki and addressed to university Vice-Chancellors, the statement emphasized the potential risks to student safety.
“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 statement read.
“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.”
In light of these concerns, Minister Mamman has instructed Vice-Chancellors to take proactive measures to safeguard the university community.
Vice-Chancellors are to please issue specific statements to assure staff and students of their safety,” the statement continued. “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…..Viêw_More
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