The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi has halted all academic activities following a directive from the Bauchi State Government amid escalating insecurity in the area.
In an internal memo circulated to the polytechnic community on Monday, Deputy Registrar (Academics) Safiyo Yila, on behalf of the institution’s Registrar, confirmed the suspension.
The memo, addressed to staff and students, cited the closure of primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions across the state due to security challenges as the reason for the action.
“Sequel to the public announcement by the Bauchi State Government, which directed the closure of all primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions within the state due to security concerns, I am directed to inform you that all academic activities have been suspended with immediate effect,” the memo stated.
Yila added that academic activities would resume at a later date, which will be communicated to the polytechnic community in due course.
The memo also urged department heads to ensure strict adherence to the directive to protect the safety of staff and students.
The suspension at the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi forms part of wider efforts to tackle the growing insecurity across the state.
