SANWO-OLU ORDERS EVACUATION OF LAGOS STUDENTS FROM JOS CRISIS ZONE
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By: Balogun Ibrahim
The Lagos State Government has evacuated more than 230 students of the University of Jos following the deteriorating security situation in Plateau State, which forced the closure of the institution and suspension of academic activities.
Acting on the directive of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Ministry of Tertiary Education deployed a convoy of buses, accompanied by security escorts, to ensure the safe return of the affected students to Lagos.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the ministry’s Director of Public Affairs, Mamud Hassan.
Hassan said the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Tolani Sule, who received the students, explained that the evacuation was necessary to protect Lagos indigenes studying outside the state. He added that the government could not ignore reports of insecurity in Jos and commended security agencies for facilitating a smooth operation.
“The safety and well-being of our citizens, particularly our youth pursuing education across the country, remain a top priority for this administration,” the statement read.
The government also acknowledged the efforts of the Federal Government and security agencies in restoring calm in Plateau State and ensuring the safe evacuation of students from affected areas.
According to the statement, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Adeniran Kasali, urged parents and guardians to remain calm, noting that all returning students had been debriefed and medically checked before being reunited with their families.
The Lagos State Government said it would continue to monitor developments in Plateau State and the University of Jos, expressing hope for a swift return to peace and stability.
The evacuation exercise was coordinated by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Tertiary Education and Students’ Union Affairs, Samuel Kappo.
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