Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has directed the evacuation of Kogi students from the University of Jos following the disruption of academic activities, as students were ordered to vacate hostels and campuses over safety concerns.
The directive comes amid heightened insecurity in parts of Plateau State, where recent attacks have reportedly claimed lives, raising fears among residents and the student community.
In a statement issued by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Ismaila Isah, Ododo said the decision was a proactive measure to ensure the safety of Kogi indigenes studying in the state.
He noted that students are particularly vulnerable during such crises, especially those residing off-campus and in less secure environments, making urgent government intervention necessary.
Ododo disclosed that the Special Adviser on Youth and Students Matters, Hon. Oladele Nihi, has been deployed alongside a delegation to Jos to coordinate the safe and orderly evacuation of the students.
The governor added that arrangements have been concluded to transport the students back home under adequate security, in collaboration with relevant agencies.
He commended the swift intervention of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and security agencies working to restore calm in Plateau State, expressing confidence in ongoing efforts to bring perpetrators of the recent crisis to justice.
Ododo reassured parents and guardians that the safety and welfare of Kogi students remain a top priority, urging students to remain calm and cooperate with officials managing the evacuation process.
He reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the lives and property of Kogi citizens both within and outside the state, pledging to continue monitoring the situation in Jos closely for further necessary actions.