Federal university Lokoja shut 

Sequel to the death of five students of the Federal University, Lokoja, as a result of auto crash, the management of the institution has decided to close down the university indefinitely to curb students’ unrest.

The decision was contained in a letter issued Thursday by Dr. Rebecca Aimiohu Okojie, registrar and secretary to council and copied Commissioner of Police, Kogi state command and director, DSS, Kogi state.

The statement reads: “Following the unfortunate loss of the lives of five students to a tragic trailer accident at Felele city centre on Monday, 17 February, 2025, students have barricaded the gates of the university despite magnanimous interventions from the state government as well as frantic efforts and appeal by the university management for calm.

“Accordingly, arising from the advice of the State Security Agencies and to forestall further loss of lives, the vice-chancellor after due consultation with management has decided on behalf of Senate, that the university, (both campuses), be closed down indefinitely within one hour of release of this circular.

“Students are therefore to vacate the campuses on/or before 12 noon, Thursday, 20th February, 2025.”