The Federal Government, has withdrawn its order for vice-chancellors, pro-chancellors and governing councils to re-open federal universities across the country.
The government had through the National Universities Commission, given the order through a circular on Monday morning.
The circular tagged NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/135, was addressed to all vice-chancellors; pro-chancellors and chairmen of governing councils of federal universities, ordering them to re-open universities.
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However, in a follow up circular numbered NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/136, and signed by the Director, Finance and Account of the NUC, Sam Onazi, the commission withdrew its earlier order.
Though, the commission did not give reasons for the new circular, the letter partly read;
“I have been directed to withdraw the NUC Circular Ref: NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/135, and dated September 23, 2022 on the above
subject.
“Consequently, the said circular stands withdrawn. All pro-chancellors and chairmen of governing councils, as well as vice-chancellors of federal universities are to please note. Further development and information would be communicated to all relevant stakeholders.
“Please accept the assurances of the Executive Secretary’s warmest regards”
