Gombe State University Unveils 24-Hour CCTV Network to Strengthen Campus Security - FIRST AWARENESS

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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Gombe State University Unveils 24-Hour CCTV Network to Strengthen Campus Security

Gombe State University (GSU) has commissioned a campus-wide Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance system as part of measures to enhance security and ensure the safety of students, staff and visitors.
‎The newly installed, solar-powered surveillance network provides round-the-clock monitoring of activities across the university's main campus, covering pedestrian, vehicular and bicycle movements.
‎The system is connected to the institution's Central Security Control Room and supported by an upgraded walkie-talkie communication network designed to improve coordination and enable faster responses to security incidents.
‎The university's Public Relations Officer, Hadu Naphtali Ligari, disclosed the development in a statement issued on Friday.
‎According to the statement, the Chief Security Officer, retired Lieutenant Commander Jafaru Kamara, described the project as a major boost to the university's security architecture.
‎Kamara commended the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sani Ahmed Yauta, and the university management for investing in modern surveillance technology, noting that the initiative would strengthen security monitoring, emergency response, coordination and investigations.
‎Speaking on the project, Prof. Yauta said the installation reflects the institution's commitment to providing a safe and conducive environment for teaching, learning and research.
‎He revealed that the surveillance system has already assisted security personnel in reviewing incidents and improving operational effectiveness.
‎The Vice-Chancellor urged members of the university's Security Unit to operate the facility professionally and efficiently while reaffirming the management's determination to protect lives and property within the campus.
‎He also informed staff, students, visitors and members of the public that the university's main campus is now under continuous 24-hour CCTV surveillance.
‎According to him, the monitoring system is intended to deter criminal activities, improve accountability and further strengthen security across the institution.
‎The university said the investment forms part of its broader commitment to deploying modern security infrastructure capable of sustaining a peaceful environment that supports academic excellence, research and community service.

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