Kogi university strengthens safety measures following deadly cult clash that claimed student's life

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The management of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Kogi, has announced new security measures across campus following an “unfortunate security breach” on June 11.

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The News Agency of Nigeria reports that on June 11, a 300-level Biochemistry student was killed by suspected cultists.

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Two suspects were arrested on the same day by the school’s internal security in connection with the incident, according to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Salisu Usman.

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In a notice on Sunday signed by the Registrar, Siyaka Audu, after the University Management Committee’s 401st Regular Meeting, the management directed immediate enforcement of restrictions to protect staff, students and stakeholders.

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Under the directives, the management said no student will be allowed on campus with personal cars and motorcycles, including Haojue, TVS and other “rubber-rubber” bikes, until further notice.

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It said tinted vehicles and vehicles with concealed number plates are also barred.

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The management said the main gate would serve as the only entrance and exit, while other gates would be opened only for pedestrians.

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The management also directed students to display their Identity Cards while on campus.

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The Chief Security Officer, it said, would register commercial motorcycle riders with union leaders and enforce a 35km speed limit.

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It added that vehicle owners must obtain Vehicle Identification Tallies from the CSO, with a N5,000 fine for misplaced tallies.

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The management added that the suspension of all unauthorised student gatherings remains in force.

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Management also directed the CSO, Director of Physical Planning and Director of Works and Maintenance to block all illegal routes into the campus.

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To ease movement, it said solar-powered tricycles will complement campus shuttles.

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The management urged strict compliance and cooperation with the 11-man committee investigating the breach.

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