The Federal University Birnin Kebbi, FUBK, has confirmed the death of a 300-level Biochemistry student, Zaharadeen Nuhu, who was attacked by suspected thieves at a private hostel in Kalgo Local Government Area of Kebbi State.

 

 

The university’s Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Ibrahim Magawata, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, saying the student sustained severe machete injuries during the attack and later died while receiving treatment at a hospital.

 

According to the statement, Nuhu, who hailed from Niger State, was attacked by a group of suspected hoodlums at his off-campus residence in Kalgo.

 

 

“It is with a heavy heart and total submission to the will of Allah that the university management announces the death of our dear student, Zaharadeen Nuhu, a 300-level student of the Department of Biochemistry,” the statement read.

 

The dean said the university had reported the incident to the Nigeria Police Force, Kalgo Division, and that investigations were ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible.

 

 

He added that security patrols had been intensified in Kalgo and other off-campus areas where students reside, while a meeting had been scheduled with owners of private hostels to strengthen security measures, including improved lighting and the engagement of night guards.

 

Magawata urged students to remain calm and vigilant, avoid spreading unverified information, and promptly report suspicious activities to security agencies.

 

He also advised them to avoid late-night movements and move in groups whenever necessary.

 

The university reaffirmed its commitment to the safety and welfare of its students and expressed condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased.

 

Nuhu was buried on Thursday following funeral prayers held at the mosque of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi.