The management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, has postponed resumption and commencement of academic activities.
Sources said the management took the decision due to incessant kidnappings in the area.
The source said the move was to prevent students from participating in protest against kidnapping.
Besides the commencement of academic activities that ws postponed, the institution also postponed the 140th Inaugural Lecture scheduled for Thursday, 15th January 2026, as well as all ongoing examinations.
Spokesman for the institution, Mike Aladenika, in a statement, said the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mrs. Eunice Eboiserehimen Omonzejie, approved the postponement to enable the University complete ongoing renovation works on student structures and facilities.
Aladenika said the projects were at enhancing overall teaching and learning experience.
He said the institution remained committed to providing a conducive environment for academic excellence, saying, “this temporary adjustment will ultimately benefit our students.”
Aladenika asked any student(s) still in the school hostels to vacate with immediate effect to allow for effective ongoing renovation works
The statement added: “A new date for the lecture and the completion of the examinations will be communicated to all stakeholders in due course.
“The University appreciates the understanding and cooperation of students, parents, and guardians on this matter. We urge all students to adhere to the new resumption date and prepare for a productive academic session.
“Parents and guardians are kindly requested to ensure their children/wards are aware of and comply with the revised resumption schedule.”
