Crimes

Gunmen kill Ondo varsity student

A 300-level student at the Linguistics Department in Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko in Ondo State (AAUA), identified simply as Emmanuel, has been shot dead in a private hostel off-campus.

It was gathered that the student was killed by gunmen at about 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, 2024.

A student, who craved anonymity, disclosed that Emmanuel was shot dead by the gunmen in his room.

Speaking on the incident on Monday, the Vice Chairman of the National Association of Universities Students (NANS), Comrade Oladele Emmanuel, urged security agencies and the university management to investigate the matter thoroughly and arrest the perpetrators.

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Emmanuel, who described the death of the student as a devastating loss not only for his family and friends but also for the entire AAUA community, said: “The motive behind the killing is yet to be identified.

“However, the university community must be reassured that such a tragic event will be met with the full force of the law and diligent investigative efforts.”

“His potential and contributions to our shared academic environment are irreplaceable. We mourn his untimely departure and extend our deepest condolences to his loved ones during this difficult time.”

The killing of the student was confirmed by the Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, Odunlami Ibukun.

Ibukun noted that an investigation into the incident.

“It was reported to the police and they had to go to the crime scene. The incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. The investigation is ongoing,” the police spokesperson said.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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