Niger State Shuts IBB Varsity Over Security Concerns After Student’s Death

• Governor Mohammed Bago orders the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University due to security concerns after a student's death
• A student's life at IBB University was cut short in a tragic incident that sparked government action against security breaches
• Abubakar Usman, Secretary to the State Government, assures students and citizens of the government's commitment to protecting lives and property

The governor of Niger state, Mohammed Bago, has ordered the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai, due to security concerns.

This is contained in a statement released by the Secretary to the State Government, Abubakar Usman, on Wednesday in Minna.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the closure order was issued following the killing of a student on Monday, June 23.

Usman said the decision followed recent security breaches and the tragic loss of life within the university community.

He stressed that the safety of all citizens, particularly students, remains a top priority for the government.

“We are deeply saddened by recent incidents. The government is taking proactive steps to swiftly address the situation,” Usman said.

Usman urged members of the university community to stay calm, remain vigilant, and cooperate with security agencies during this period.

He noted that government efforts were underway to restore order and ensure the peace and safety of all.

The SSG assured that the perpetrators of the security breaches would be identified and prosecuted accordingly.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to upholding the law and protecting lives and property across the state.

Usman appealed for calm and patience, adding that further updates would be provided as the situation evolved.

45 bandits arrested in Niger state

Legit.ng previouly reported on June 5, that no fewer than 45 armed bandits have been gunned down by security operatives around Kuchi town in the Munya local government area of Niger State.

Officers of the Department of State Services (DSS) and men of the Nigerian military carried out the operation secretly.

President Tinubu speaks on Insecurity

Legit.ng also reported last year, June 24, that President Bola Tinubu has blamed inherited security compromises as the reason for the lingering insecurity bedevilling Nigeria, particularly the northwest region. As reported by The Punch on Monday, June 24, Tinubu said at a two-day security and peace summit organised by the Northwest Governors Forum, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme in Katsina state.

President Bola Tinubu was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Source: Legit.ng