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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.”
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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