The National Association of Ondo State Students has raised alarm over the disturbing spate of killings at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, urging urgent intervention from the Ondo State Government, security agencies, traditional rulers, and the university management.
In a statement jointly signed by the association’s National President, Alade Tosin, and General Secretary, Agbeni Oluwatobi, NAOSS described the recent killings as direct attacks on the academic stability, mental wellbeing, and future of students in the university.
The association expressed deep frustration over what it termed “cold-blooded atrocities,” stressing that these incidents must not be ignored or swept under the carpet.
The outrage follows the murder of Joy Adeyemi, a student from the Department of Human Kinetics, who was allegedly killed by her boyfriend last Tuesday.
His whereabouts remain unknown. Her death came just weeks after the abduction and murder of two other students, Andrel Okah and John Abba.
Though suspects were arrested in connection with their deaths, reports indicate that the alleged mastermind died in police custody.
The killings have sparked widespread protests within the university community, with students accusing some residents of the host community of being complicit in the violence. NAOSS, responding to the protests and growing tensions, called for thorough investigations, the prosecution of all perpetrators, and immediate steps to improve the security architecture of the university and its surroundings.
It also urged the leadership of Akungba community to work closely with relevant stakeholders to foster peace and ensure students are protected as members of the host town.
“The blood of our students cries out for justice, and we shall not be silent,” the association said. “We will not relent until every student’s life is treated with the dignity and protection it deserves.”
NAOSS called on students to remain calm and law-abiding while assuring them of its continued commitment to advocating for their welfare, safety, and rights.
