The Federal Government on Monday afternoon withdrew its circular which ordered vice-chancellors, pro-chancellors and governing councils to re-open federal universities.
Recall that InsideOjodu had earlier reported that the government in circular ordered all vice-chancellors; pro-chancellors and chairmen of governing councils of federal universities to re-open universities and allow students receive lectures.
But in another circular by tagged NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/136, which was also signed by the Director, Finance and Account of the National Universities Commission, Sam Onazi, the commission withdrew the order, The PUNCH reports.
Though it did not explain why. The letter tagged, “withdrawal of circular NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/135 dated September 23, 2022” partly read, “I have been directed to withdraw the NUC Circular Ref: NUC/ES/138/Vol.64/135, and dated September 23, 2022 on the above subject.
“Consequently, the said circular stands withdrawn. All pro-chancellors and chairmen of governing councils, as well as vice-chancellors of federal universities are to please note. Further development and information would be communicated to all relevant stakeholders.
“Please accept the assurances of the Executive Secretary’s warmest regards”