Amid escalating security concerns in Abraka, Delta State, the Vice Chancellor of Delta State University (DELSU), Professor Samuel Asagba, has announced the immediate suspension of all academic activities until the safety of staff and students can be guaranteed.
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This decision follows a wave of kidnappings and rising insecurity in the university town, prompting urgent interventions at the highest level of government. An emergency security meeting, convened by the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is scheduled to hold today, Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the Government House, Asaba.
In a statement released by the university administration, Professor Asagba said:
“I wish to inform you all that due to the security situation in Abraka town, I have directed all our students to remain indoors today, Thursday, June 5, 2025, until Management is certain of the safety of both staff and students.
“Consequently, lectures and other academic activities will not hold today, Thursday, June 5, 2025. Let us all hope for a return to normality after the public holidays.”
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