NUC orders universities to stop academic activities

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has ordered Vice-Chancellors of universities to stop academic activities amid increasing COVID-19 cases.

According to a circular by the Deputy Executive Secretary of the Agency, Chris Maiyaki, classrooms, hostel accommodation, conferences and seminars are to be put on hold.

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Maiyaki directed the universities to remain closed and await further instructions.