Postgraduate Updates2 min read2026-04-17

Nigerian Universities Ordered Closed for General Elections

Universities Across Nigeria to Close for 2023 General Elections The National Universities Commission (NUC) has mandated the closure of all universities nationwide to allow students to participate in the upcoming 2023 general elect...

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Azeez

17 Apr 2026

Nigerian Universities Ordered Closed for General Elections
Key takeaways
  • Universities Across Nigeria to Close for 2023 General Elections The National Universities Commission (NUC) has mandated the closure of all universities nationwide to allow students to participate in the upcoming 2023 general elections.
  • This directive aims to ensure the safety of students, staff, and university property during the election period.
  • The decision was communicated through a letter to vice-chancellors and directors of inter-university centres, based on instructions from the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu.

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