Private universities in Nigeria have asked the federal government to permit them to reopen for academic activities amid the COVID-19 pandemic
The institutions made the request in a letter addressed to the National Universities Commission (NUC)
The private universities warned that the continuous closure of universities could hamper the productive future of students
Private universities in Nigeria have asked the federal government to permit them to reopen for academic activities amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The institutions made the request in a letter addressed to the National Universities Commission (NUC), Daily Trust reported.
The universities through the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Private Universities (CVCPU), warned that the academic calendar would be seriously affected if universities remain closed beyond one more month.
According to the vice-chancellors, the continuous closure of the universities could hamper the productive future of students.
The vice-chancellors noted that they have decided to put in place the COVID-19 safety protocols that can make private universities reopen and operate safely.
The institutions requested the NUC to make a strong case with the government to allow the universities to reopen for academic activities within the next one month.
Meanwhile, the Oyo state government has announced the cancellation of third term calendar for students in all primary and secondary schools in the state due to Covid-19 crisis.
Governor Seyi Makinde announced the decision on Tuesday, July 20, as contained in a statement by the state commissioner for education, Olasunkanmi Olaleye.
Olaleye said the decision was reached during the state executive council meeting at the government house in Ibadan on Tuesday, adding that the 2020/21 academic session will begin on September 21 and end on July 30, 2021.
You must log in to post a comment.