UNIJOS SUG notice evacuation on evacuation of hostels

In view of the general security situation in Jos, and particularly the near chaotic scenarios that unfolded today (Wednesday 1st April 2026), in areas near the University which heightened tensions and threatened the safety of students in the hostels, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tanko Ishaya has directed the immediate evacuation of students of the University from the hostels. The evacuation is facilitated by HE Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, the Executive Governor of Plateau State, who has provided transport services, fully authorised to carry out the assignment even within the curfew hours.

The evacuation schedule is as follows:

1. WEDNESDAY 1ST APRIL, 2026, FROM 3 PM. Students who live within Jos and environs (ONLY).

2. THURSDAY 2ND APRIL 2026, FROM 8 AM. Students whose parents/guardians live outside Jos and environs. 

3. Adequate security has been put in place to protect the hostels and University at large.

For Enquiries on the evacuation, please call 08035895323 08033848145

The Vice Chancellor assures the University community that Management is exploring all means within its disposal to ensure that the University is safe.

Further relevant updates will be communicated as Management directs.

In fragile times like these, may our confidence in the LORD be steadfast.

Thank you.

Emmanuel Madugu 

Deputy Registrar 

Information and Public Relations

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