ATBU Mourns Dead Students, Closes University
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) has declared an emergency break following a flood disaster that claimed the lives of some students.

Following the unfortunate incident (a flood disaster) of Monday 5th August 2019, the Senate of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) at a emergency meeting held on Tuesday 6th August, 2019 approved a break with effect front Tuesday 6th August to 18th August 2019.
All students are therefore, required to vacate the Campuses with immediate effect from 6th August 2019. It should he noted that academic activities resume with effect from Monday 19th August 2019.
The Vice Chancellor, on behalf of Senate commiserates with parents, SUG, Students and the University Community over the sad event and prays that the Almighty God will protect the University from any unforeseen circumstances.
This circular supersedes the earlier one circulated, please.
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