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AAUA Student Shot Dead by Unknown Gunmen
A tragic incident has claimed the life of a 300-level Linguistics student at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (AAUA). The student, identified only as Emmanuel, was fatally shot by unknown assailants in one of the private student hostels in the area. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.
Comrade Oladele Emmanuel, Vice Chairman of the National Association of Universities Students, has called upon both security forces and the university administration to thoroughly investigate the case and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
Emmanuel emphasized that the death of this student is not merely a personal loss to his family and friends but a profound blow to the entire AAUA community. He underscored that Emmanuel’s potential and contributions to the academic environment are irreplaceable.
“The devastating loss of Emmanuel impacts us all deeply,” stated Comrade Oladele Emmanuel. “It is crucial that we reaffirm our commitment to addressing this tragedy with the full force of the law and a comprehensive investigative approach.
His untimely death is a significant loss, and our deepest sympathies go out to his loved ones during this challenging time.”
The student leader has also urged the university administration to take immediate action to improve campus security. This includes increasing patrols, enhancing lighting around the campus and its peripheries, and ensuring more accessible emergency services.
He encouraged students and members of the AAUA community to come forward with any information that might aid in the investigation, stressing the importance of transparency and promptness in resolving this case.
“We trust that the authorities will act swiftly and with full transparency to address this incident,” he added. “It is imperative that we come together in our sorrow and determination to foster a safer and more secure environment for everyone at AAUA. We owe this to Emmanuel, his family, and our entire community.”
Candidates scheduled to retake the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will start receiving text messages from today, Thursday. A total of 379,997 candidates across five South East states and Lagos are expected to resit the exam. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, confirmed this during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday.
He explained that 206,610 candidates in 65 centers in Lagos and 173,387 candidates across 92 centers in the Owerri zone of the South East were affected. Oloyede took full responsibility for what he described as a “sabotage” of the UTME and apologized to the candidates. Out of the 1.9 million who sat for the exam, more than 1.5 million scored below 200 out of a possible 400 marks.
A lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Christian Okeke, has called on the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, to go beyond shedding tears and take full accountability by resigning from his position.
This comes after JAMB admitted to technical issues during the 2025 UTME. Okeke criticized the decision to have candidates in some centers rewrite the exam, describing it as unfair and emotionally distressing. He insisted that only the release of the original results can truly correct the situation.
According to him, JAMB initially defended the poor outcomes, where over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200, claiming it reflected their academic ability. He argued that it took public outcry and pressure from stakeholders before the board acknowledged its failures.
He described Oloyede’s emotional apology as insufficient, saying, “Tears won’t fix the damage. His resignation is the next responsible step.” Okeke also condemned the planned resit for candidates in 65 Lagos centers and 92 across the South East, calling it an inconsiderate move that shows a lack of empathy for the affected students and their families.
Activist and president of the North Central Youth Council, Sunday Asuku, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider replacing Vice President Kashim Shettima with a Christian candidate in the 2027 general election.
In a statement on Monday, Asuku stressed that Tinubu’s choice of vice president could make or break his chances for re-election. He argued that selecting a Christian vice president would not only be symbolic but also a strategic and unifying move for Nigeria’s democracy.
Asuku mentioned that the 2027 elections will be a crucial test of Nigeria’s commitment to unity and inclusivity. He pointed out that the Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2023 elections created division, and that addressing this imbalance with a Christian running mate would help strengthen national cohesion.
He went on to say that religious balance in leadership is still a vital necessity in Nigeria’s diverse society. “Tinubu has a chance to correct the mistake of 2023 and make a strong statement of inclusion. This opportunity should not be missed,” Asuku said.
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