Insecurity:Niger State govt shuts down Ibrahim Babangida University
The Niger State government has announced the immediate closure of the Ibrahim Babangida University Lapai over insecurity issues bedevilling the institution.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the Niger State Government, Abubakar Usman, on Wednesday June 25, 2025.
Recall that a student of the institution was killed in the early hours of Monday during a suspected armed robbery incident at a students’ lodge in the Ndakikpabu area of the town.
The victim, identified as Jafar, was reportedly stabbed in the neck by the assailants around 2:30 a.m. and later died at the General Hospital in Lapai, where he was taken for treatment.
The students would later held a protest over the incident on Monday, decrying what they described as recurring insecurity around the university environment.
The statement on Wednesday reads;
“It is with great concern that the Governor of Niger State, Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago directs the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU) Lapai, with immediate effect until further notice.
“This decision comes in light of recent security breaches and the unfortunate loss of lives within the university community.
“The safety and security of all citizens, including the students, remain a top priority for the government.
“The Niger State government is deeply saddened by the recent incidents and measures are being taken to address the situation swiftly.
“The government urges the university community to remain vigilant, calm, and cooperate with the authorities during this period of closure.
“The State government is working diligently to restore order, ensure the safety of all citizens, and maintain peace within the state.
“The Government assures the public that every effort is being taken to investigate the security breaches and bring perpetrators to justice.
“The government is resolute in its commitment to upholding law and order, as well as protecting the lives and property of all residents in Niger State.
Abubakar Usman
Secretary to the State Government
Niger State
25/06/2025″.
