Panic and confusion gripped Ekiti State University in Ado-Ekiti late Monday night as gunmen launched an attack on students’ hostels, forcing many to flee in fear.
Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants, armed and moving from one hostel to another, stole valuables including mobile phones, laptops, and cash from the students.
A student of the university, using the X handle, @yapperaholicc, also confirmed the incident in a post on the platform, noting that such attacks have become a frequent occurrence in the area.
In a tweet posted at about 3:01 am on Tuesday, the student wrote, “Armed men are attacking students in their hostels in EKSU at midnight!!!!!”
Describing the location of the incident as the Phase 2 area of the university community, the student added, “We are supposed to be reading for our exams! It has been going on for three days now!!! They are also robbing us. Please help us repost.”
Contacted for comment, the Public Relations Officer of the Ekiti State Police Command, Abutu Sunday, confirmed the attack, stating that a suspect had been apprehended and investigations are ongoing.
“A suspect has been arrested in connection to the incident, and he is currently undergoing investigation, while necessary measures have been put in place to forestall reoccurrence,” he said.
In the wake of the attack, students have urged the state government and security agencies to step up patrols and ensure adequate protection in the areas around the university.
