The Delta State Government has successfully evacuated 34 students from the University of Jos (UniJos) following the recent security crisis in Plateau State. The evacuation was coordinated by the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Students’ Affairs, Comrade Ezekiel Okoh, and carried out in collaboration with stakeholders and transport operators.
The students were received by the State Director of Protocol, Chief Sunday Onoriode, who assured them of their safety and continued government support.
“It is an unusual time for Nigeria, especially in that part of the country, but we believe that with God, peace will be restored. When the time comes for you to return to school, you will go back and complete your studies successfully,” Onoriode said.
National Association of Delta State Students (NADESSTU) Jos chapter Vice President, Newton Miracle thanked the Delta state Government for their timely intervention
“It wasn’t easy moving students under curfew conditions, but we are grateful to the governor for prioritising our safety. This shows leadership that listens and acts,” he said.
Other states, like Benue and Kogi, have also initiated evacuations for their students studying at UniJos. The Benue State Government has evacuated over 600 students, while Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo has directed the evacuation of Kogi students from the university.
The University of Jos had suspended academic activities and ordered students to vacate hostels due to the deteriorating security situation, which resulted from attacks in Angwan Rukuba and surrounding areas, claiming several lives.
