The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Bauchi State Axis, has issued a 72-hour ultimatum to the management of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZAU), warning of possible shutdown of academic activities if urgent steps are not taken to address worsening insecurity on and around campus.
In a strongly worded statement on Tuesday, the student body also passed a vote of no confidence on the university’s vice-chancellor and management, accusing them of failing to protect students’ lives and property.
The ultimatum, signed by NANS JCC Bauchi Axis Chairman, Comrade Aliyu Musa, followed recent violent attacks on students, including a disturbing incident in which a female student living off-campus was reportedly stabbed by phone snatchers, resulting in the loss of two fingers.
According to NANS, the security situation has made the institution unsafe for learning and living, describing the environment as increasingly hostile for students.
The association said its independent assessment showed repeated cases of armed robbery and violent attacks, both within and outside the university community.
It also referenced another incident on April 26, 2026, where a male student was attacked by armed robbers at night and later hospitalised for injuries sustained during the assault.
NANS criticised the university management’s directive asking off-campus students to return to campus, describing it as unrealistic due to inadequate hostel accommodation and poor security arrangements.
The group further demanded that the university take full responsibility for the welfare of the injured female student and ensure she receives proper medical care.
In the statement, NANS warned that if the management fails to act within 72 hours, it would escalate its response by relocating its secretariat to the university campus to directly coordinate student actions.
It also threatened to shut down academic activities in the institution until concrete security measures are implemented.
The association stressed that any suspension of planned action would only be considered if there is clear evidence of improved safety conditions on campus.
The development marks a growing tension between students and university authorities, as concerns over campus security continue to dominate discussions in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
