UNN Dismisses Report Of Mass Abduction Of Students

The management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has dismissed a social media post currently circulating online alleging an impending terrorist attack and mass abduction of students on the Nsukka campus.

The university maintained that there is no credible security intelligence or verified threat to the University of Nigeria that supports the claims contained in the post.

A statement issued by the acting public relations officer  of the institution, Inya Agha Egwu, stressed that the information being circulated is unsubstantiated and should not be regarded as factual.

Egwu stated that nevertheless, in line with its commitment to the safety and security of staff, students and visitors, the university has taken additional precautionary measures to strengthen security on campus.

He added that the  measures include the deployment of personnel of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Nigerian Army at key entry points to complement the efforts of the University Security Unit.

“In addition, some access gates to the Nsukka campus will be temporarily closed to enhance the monitoring and regulation of movement into and out of the University.

“Management also wishes to inform members of the University community that, with immediate effect, motorcycle operations within the campus have been suspended. Consequently, no motorcycle will be permitted beyond the University gates except those belonging to authorised security personnel. Staff who commute to work on motorcycles are advised to park them at designated locations outside the campus perimeter before proceeding to their offices.

“Members of the University Community are  urged  to remain calm and go about their normal activities without fear.

“Parents, guardians, students, staff and members of the public are urged not to spread unverified information capable of creating unnecessary anxiety, panic or disruption” he stated.

Egwu further added that while there is no known threat to the University, they  encourage  members of the University Community  to be vigilant and security-conscious.

” Any suspicious person, movement or activity should be promptly reported to the University Security Department or the nearest security agency.

“Security is a collective responsibility, and the cooperations of all staff, students and other stakeholders are essential in maintaining the peaceful and secure environment for which the University of Nigeria is known.

‘Anonymous social media posts and unverified online messages should be treated with caution, particularly when they contain sensational claims designed to generate fear and uncertainty.

“The Management of the University of Nigeria is  committed to providing a safe, secure and conducive environment for academic activities”, he stated.