Four female University Students kidnapped by gunmen
Four female University Students kidnapped by gunmen
In a shocking turn of events, four female students from Joseph Saawuaan Tarka Federal University (formerly the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi) in Benue State have been kidnapped by unidentified gunmen.
The abduction occurred on the university campus at around 8:30 PM, sparking fear and concern among students, particularly as the area is located near communities that have been affected by suspected herdsmen attacks.
CSP Sewuese Anene, the State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the kidnapping and assured that investigations and rescue operations are underway.
He further stated that the victims, who were identified by their clothing, include Emmanuella Oraka (wearing a wrapper dress), Fola (in a yellow top), Susan (in a floral top), and Ella (in a black top).
A senior staff member of the university also confirmed that the students were on their way to a night study session when they were abducted.
The kidnapping occurred between their hostels and the designated reading area in the North Core section of the campus.
The incident triggered immediate protests from students, who marched across the campus wielding tree branches and demanding urgent action from the university administration.
The protests underscored growing concerns about the safety of students on campus, particularly as the region has been plagued by violence linked to herders’ conflicts.
In response to the abduction, military personnel from Operation Whirl Stroke have been deployed to the area.
Additionally, local government officials, including the chairman of Makurdi Local Government, are reportedly collaborating with security forces to address the rising threats and regain control of the situation.
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The Wazirin Sokoto and Chairman of the Advisory Committee on Religious Affairs, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu, encouraged Muslims to look up at the sky on Friday in anticipation of the new moon in a statement issued Thursday.
He instructed those who spot the moon to report their sightings to the nearest District or Village Head.
Once reported, the sightings will be relayed to the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, who also serves as the President of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, for a formal declaration.
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The withdrawal has left both the Speaker and the legislative building unprotected.
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“As of now, all security detail has been removed from the Speaker, and she is left without protection,” Ganzallo revealed.
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