Following the present security situation in Borno State that led to the closure of the University of Maiduguri, the institution is now almost like a ghost town, putting many petty traders, cafeteria operators and other service providers out of business. The state is witnessing challenges arising from Boko Haram as the economic and social lives of the town have been grounded.
Our correspondent who visited the institution reports that academic and non-academic activities are completely grounded, as most workers of the university have deserted the institution. Banks operating on the campus were also closed down as directed by their headquarters, due to the prevailing security situation in the state.
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