Taraba varsity announces campus lockdown over planned student protest

On November 6, 2026, the management of Taraba State University in Jalingo, Taraba State, announced a temporary lockdown of the campus. This decision was made in response to a planned student protest, aimed at preventing any potential unrest or disruption within the university grounds.

The university's administration stated that the closure of the institution's gates would be effective immediately. While specific details regarding the number of students involved in the protest were not disclosed, the management emphasized the need for safety and order on campus. The current situation remains tense as students prepare for the protest, and university officials are monitoring developments closely to ensure a peaceful resolution.

Reported by Daily Post.