A 300-level Linguistics student of Adekunle Ajasin University, simply known as Emmanuel, was on Sunday, shot and killed by gunmen in one of the private student hostels in Akungba Akoko.
A student who pleaded anonymity disclosed to our correspondent that the deceased was shot in the room.
“It happened last night, the victim was shot while on his bed, in his room,” he said.
PUNCH Metro in a telephone interview with the Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, Odunlami Ibukun, gathered that the police had been informed and were currently investigating the incident.
He said, “It was reported to the police and they had to go to the crime scene. The incident occurred around 9:30 pm. The investigation is ongoing.”
The Vice Chairman of the National Association of Universities Students, Comrade Oladele Emmanuel, in his reaction called on security agencies and the university management to investigate the matter thoroughly and bring the perpetrators to justice.
“The motive behind the killing is yet to be identified,” Emmanuel stated.
“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.”
Emmanuel noted that the death of the young student was a devastating loss not only for his family and friends but also for the entire AAUA community.
“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.”
In the wake of this tragic incident, the NAUS Vice Chairman urged the university management to enhance security measures around the campus and surrounding areas, including increasing security patrols, providing better lighting, and ensuring more accessible emergency services.
“We trust that the authorities will act with urgency and transparency in addressing this incident. Emmanuel’s memory deserves nothing less than our commitment to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice is served.”
The student union leader emphasised the need for the AAUA community to unite in their grief and resolve to create a safer, and more secure environment for all.
“We owe it to Emmanuel, his family, and to ourselves to ensure such a tragedy does not occur again,” he added.
