Nigeria, April 2 -- The University of Jos has ordered the immediate evacuation of students from its hostels following renewed violence in parts of Jos, the Plateau State capital.

The directive, issued on Wednesday, came amid reports of attacks in some neighbourhoods of the city, raising fresh concerns about the safety of students and staff.

In a circular signed by the Deputy Registrar Information and Public Relations, Emmanuel Madugu, on behalf of the Registrar, the university said the decision followed a review of the prevailing security situation in Plateau State, where tensions have remained high in recent days.

The university announced a phased evacuation plan. Students whose parents or guardians live within Jos and its environs ar...