The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has lifted its ban on gas cylinder use in student hostels, now permitting only 3kg cylinders for cooking.
Announcing the decision during an orientation ceremony for new students on Sunday, the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Sa’id Umar, stated that the policy adjustment followed a review to align with practices in other institutions.
“We will only allow 3kg gas cylinders in the hostels. Any student caught using a larger cylinder will have it confiscated,” Prof. Umar cautioned.
He also revealed that the Student Affairs Division, in partnership with the Student Union Government (SUG), has established safety guidelines for gas cylinder use and hostel management.
Meanwhile, Bauchi State’s Federal Fire Service spokesperson, Umar Lawal, emphasized the risks of fire outbreaks, noting that 90 percent result from carelessness, negligence, and ignorance. He advised students to avoid overloading electrical appliances and to strictly follow safety protocols to prevent fire incidents.
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