The Federal University, Lokoja has been closed indefinitely due to the tragic deaths of five students in a trailer accident in Felele, on Monday, February 17, 2025.
The decision to close the campus comes in the midst of escalating tension and rallies organized by aggrieved students demanding action on the tragedy.
Rebecca Okojie, the university’s registrar and secretary to the council, announced the closure in a circular sent Thursday.
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She stated that despite efforts by the Kogi State Government and the Federal University, Lokoja authority calling for calm, tension has remained high.
“Following the advice of security agencies and in order to forestall further loss of lives, the vice-chancellor, after due consultation with the management, has directed—on behalf of the Senate—that the university (both campuses) be shut down indefinitely,” she said.
As part of the directive, students were instructed to vacate the campus by 12 noon on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
This measure, according to the university, aims to prevent any further unrest or violence on campus.