Plateau crisis: Lagos evacuates over 230 students from UNIJOS

Author: Sunday DennisPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Plateau crisis: Lagos evacuates over 230 students from UNIJOS

The Lagos State Government evacuated over 230 students from the University of Jos due to heightened security concerns in Plateau State. This decision followed the temporary closure of the institution and suspension of academic activities. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu facilitated the evacuation by deploying buses accompanied by security personnel, ensuring the safe return of students to Lagos.

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