Tragedy struck at Abubakar Tafewa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, following the gruesome murder of a final student of the university, Joseph Agbabaidu.
It was gathered that the 500-level student in the Department of Geology was stabbed to death by robbers on Saturday evening at about 7 p.m. in an attempt to steal his phone.
Theliberationnews learnt that Agbabaidu was returning to his residence at Yelwan Tudu, about one kilometre from the school gate, where he was stabbed by a robbery gang.
He breathed his ghost on Sunday morning, despite efforts by health personnel to save him.
“In the wake of this heartbreaking loss, we implore the school management, the police, and the Bauchi State government to prioritize and enhance the security of students within the state.
“Our community should not have to endure such sorrow. Proactive measures are crucial to preventing further tragedies.
“May the soul of Agabaidu Obiaje Joseph rest in peace,” a student who pleaded anonymity said.
Consequently, a students’ protest erupted in and around the school environment in the Yelwa area of Bauchi metropolis on Monday morning.
