"To this end, the academic programme is suspended, including tests, with immediate effect until further notice pending further engagements on a sector-wide approach regarding contact classes," he said.
The university has also cancelled its April graduation ceremonies.
In April every year, the university traditionally hosts about 20 graduation ceremonies attended by close to 30,000 graduates and their families.
"After due consideration of inputs from the university’s Covid-19 team of experts and other key stakeholders, a decision has been taken to cancel the 2020 April graduation ceremonies," Poku said.
The institution was exploring options to ensure graduates would receive their qualifications and related documents by the end of April.