Bauchi Federal Poly Bans Male, Female Students From Standing Together During Ramadan

The management of the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, has strictly prohibited male and female students from “standing together in couples” on campus during and till the end of the month of Ramadan.

In a notification dated February 25, 2026, signed by the Registrar and Secretary to the Council, Alh. Kamisu Salihu, the institution warned that any students caught violating the directive would be subjected to an immediate arranged Nikkah (Islamic marriage).

The circular, stated that “during the Holy month of Ramadan, standing together in couple (boy & girl) is strictly prohibited.”

“Please respect the sanctity of the Polytechnic and avoid unnecessary closeness,” the notice read, adding that in the event of such a forced marriage, the couple would be held responsible for arranging their own Walima (wedding feast).

The directive has drawn sharp condemnation across social media platforms, with many accusing the federal institution of enforcing Sharia-style mandates in a secular academic environment.