In response to a security report detailing student intentions to hold a demonstration, the administration of Taraba State University has declared the temporary closure of the campus beginning Friday, November 6, 2026.
“All university gates will remain temporarily closed as Management takes steps to address the reported security concerns,” the university management announced in an official notice dated November 5. The registrar, Joseph U. Bibinu, signed the notice.
“Staff members, including those residing in the Main Campus Quarters, who need to access or leave the university for essential or official duties must present a valid university identity card duly signed by the registrar,” the administration added. The directive was described as a precautionary measure aimed at protecting lives and property and maintaining law and order on campus.
Staff members would not be allowed entry through the security gates if the necessary identity is not shown, according to the warning.
The administration has also asked everyone on campus to keep their cool, not make any needless movements, and work together with the security guards.
Also, the school promised the neighbourhood that it would keep an eye on the security issue and let them know if any new instructions were needed.
Management chose not to reveal the precise complaints that would be the basis for the planned student protest, but the statement follows rumours of a planned protest nonetheless.