The Trainees’ Union Government of the University of Uyo has actually announced the suspension of all sports activities throughout its 3 schools for a duration of 3 weeks.
The instruction, released by the Director of Sports, Pal Abasifreke Task, takes effect from May 2 to May 23, 2026, and uses to all trainees, professional athletes, faculty sports planners, and other stakeholders involved in sporting activities.
According to the statement, the decision was taken in honour of deceased professional athletes from a sister organization, whose passing has actually affected the wider sports neighborhood.
“This decision has actually been taken in solemn respect and mourning of our fallen sportspersons from a sister institution whose loss has deeply impacted the entire sports community,” the declaration read.
The union added that the duration would be utilized for reflection and to honour the contributions of the late professional athletes to sports and their institution.
“All training sessions, competitors, and associated sporting engagements are to be put on hold within this duration,” the declaration included.
The Students’ Union even more advised members of the university community to observe the mourning duration with regard and uniformity, noting that info on the resumption of activities would be communicated in due course.