Gombe State University (GSU) has disowned a purported internal memo circulating on social media announcing a strike by the university’s joint unions and directing students to vacate their hostels. The university has described the circulated document as fake and urged students, staff, parents and the general public to disregard it.
The clarification was contained in a Special Bulletin issued by the university’s Public Relations Unit on Monday, August 10, 2026, following the circulation of the alleged memo on social media.
Gombe State University Says Circulating Memo Is Fake
According to the university, its management became aware of a document being shared on social media which purportedly announced an industrial action by the university’s joint unions.
The document also reportedly instructed students to leave the university’s hostels.
However, Gombe State University stated that the document did not originate from the Registrar’s Office or the university management.
The institution therefore warned members of the university community and the public against relying on the information contained in the circulated document.
Students Advised Not to Act on the Fake Notice
GSU has specifically advised students not to make decisions or take any action based on the purported strike announcement.
Students are also encouraged to rely on information released through the university’s recognised communication channels before responding to any announcement concerning academic activities, hostel arrangements or other official matters.
The university said the clarification became necessary to prevent confusion and misinformation among students and other members of the university community.
Parents and the General Public Also Warned
The warning is not limited to students.
Staff members, parents and members of the public have also been advised to disregard the fake document and avoid sharing or acting on the information contained in it.
The university urged members of its community to verify any information concerning Gombe State University through official sources before forwarding such information to others.
This is particularly important for announcements relating to issues such as industrial action, academic activities, examinations, hostel arrangements and other major university decisions.
GSU Reaffirms Commitment to Official Communication
Gombe State University said it remains committed to providing accurate and timely information to its staff and students through its official communication channels.
The institution also expressed regret over any confusion or concern that may have resulted from the circulation of the fake document.
The university encouraged members of its community to rely only on verified official communications when seeking information about developments within the institution.
What GSU Students Should Know
Based on the university's clarification, students should take note of the following:
- The purported memo announcing a strike by the university’s joint unions is fake.
- The document did not come from the Registrar’s Office or Gombe State University management.
- Students should not act on or share the information contained in the fake document.
- The alleged instruction directing students to vacate university hostels should therefore be disregarded.
- Students, parents and staff should verify future announcements through the university’s official communication channels.
- Members of the public are advised not to rely on unverified social media documents concerning the university.
Official Gombe State University Contact Details
The Special Bulletin was issued by the Public Relations Unit, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Gombe State University, Tudun-Wada, Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria.
For official information and enquiries, the bulletin provides the following contact details:
Email: informationoffice@gsu.edu.ng
Website: gsu.edu.ng
Phone: 0802 552 4428
The notice was signed by Hadu Naphtali Ligari, Public Relations Officer.
GSU Urges Students to Rely on Verified Information
The latest clarification highlights the importance of verifying university-related information before acting on messages circulated through social media platforms.
Students who receive similar notices concerning Gombe State University are advised to check whether the information has been released through an official university channel before taking any action.
For now, the university's position is clear: the purported strike memo and hostel evacuation instruction circulating on social media did not originate from Gombe State University management and should be disregarded.
Students and other stakeholders are encouraged to continue relying on verified communications from the university for accurate updates.
Source: Gombe State University Special Bulletin, Public Relations Unit, dated August 10, 2026.
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