Two students of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba, Kogi State, have been arrested following the killing of a 300-level Biochemistry student, David Ocholi Solomon, on campus.
A statement issued by the university spokesperson, Uredo Omale, affirmed that the suspects were apprehended within two hours of the incident and handed over to security agencies for further investigation and prosecution.
According to the statement, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Salisu Usman Ogbo, conveyed the development to the bereaved family in Lokoja on Saturday during a condolence visit.
Prof. Ogbo said, “The suspects were arrested by the internal security of the university, and they have been handed over to the law enforcement agency for further investigation and prosecution.”
He stated that he received news of the incident while attending the 35th Annual National Conference and Convention of the Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA) at the University of Ibadan.
“This is deeply painful and distressing, as the news plunged the entire university community into mourning,” he stated.
He further explained that the university was cooperating with security agencies to ensure a thorough investigation and to identify all those involved, stressing that the institution maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards cultism, violence and criminality. He added that security measures within and around the campus had been strengthened, with further reforms expected in the coming days to prevent a recurrence.
Prof. Ogbo also commended Governor Usman Ododo, traditional rulers and security agencies for their support in sustaining peace within the university community.
Responding on behalf of the family, the father of the deceased, Mr Solomon Idachaba, expressed appreciation to the university management for the condolence visit and commended the swift arrest of the suspects, while urging authorities to ensure that justice is served.
