A distressing incident occurred at the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, where gunmen abducted several students during an evening attack. The university, located in the Adavi local government area of Kogi State, was stormed by the assailants around 8:23 pm on Thursday, May 9th, just as students were deeply engaged in their first-semester examination preparations.
Details on the exact number of students kidnapped remain unclear, as university authorities and security forces continue to assess the situation and coordinate responses. The attack has sparked significant concern among the student body and the wider community, highlighting ongoing security challenges within educational institutions in the region.
Local law enforcement and security agencies have been mobilized to track down the perpetrators and secure the release of the hostages. Efforts are underway to enhance security measures at the university and other vulnerable targets to prevent future occurrences of such violent incidents.
This abduction underscores the urgent need for improved security protocols and swift action from both the government and educational authorities to ensure the safety and security of all students pursuing their education under such threatening conditions.