Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has issued a warning regarding the potential revocation of the Certificate of Occupancy for the Federal University of Technology, Minna. This threat arose from discussions concerning the Bosso Campus, which is currently at the center of a dispute between the state government and the university's governing council. The meeting held in Abuja included representatives from both parties and aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict regarding the handover of the campus to the state government.

During the meeting, the representatives of the university, including the Vice-Chancellor and members of the Alumni Association, voiced their concerns regarding the implications of such a revocation. They indicated that such a move would impact not only the university’s operations but also the broader educational environment in the state. It appears that the state government is pressing for greater control over the institution, which has been met with resistance from the university’s leadership and alumni.

This situation reflects broader tensions in Nigeria regarding state control versus institutional autonomy, particularly in the education sector. The outcome of this dispute could set a significant precedent for the relationship between state governments and federal universities, especially in terms of property and operational jurisdiction.