Tragedy struck on Friday night in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, as a 300-level student of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Mustapha Osama, was killed in a foiled robbery attempt. The incident occurred along the Gudi-Akwanga road, leaving the academic community and beyond in shock and grief.
According to eyewitnesses, the armed robbers had attempted to waylay a vehicle conveying passengers along the road when the police responded to a distress call and engaged the robbers in a shootout. Unfortunately, a stray bullet hit Osama, who was among the passengers in the vehicle, resulting in his untimely death.
The news of Osama's death sent shockwaves through the university community, with students and lecturers alike mourning the loss of a promising young life. The university authorities have condemned the incident and expressed condolences to the family of the deceased.
Osama's burial took place in Doma on Saturday morning, according to Islamic rites. The funeral was attended by friends, family, and colleagues, who gathered to pay their last respects to the deceased.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of students and the general public in the state. The police have assured that they are doing everything possible to ensure the safety of all and have launched an investigation into the incident.
The university has also set up a committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding Osama's death and to recommend measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
As the academic community mourns the loss of one of its own, the incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the need for increased security measures to protect lives and property.
The death of Mustapha Osama is a tragic reminder of the dangers that exist in our society. The incident has left a gaping hole in the lives of his family, friends, and colleagues, and the academic community will miss his presence. May his soul rest in peace.
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