In a dramatic turn of events, four students from Nasarawa State University who were kidnapped on Monday night have been rescued and are now safe.
The Abduction
The kidnapping incident occurred on Monday night when Rahila Hanya (SLT 100 level), Josephine Gershon (Computer Science 100 level), Rosemary Samuel (Business Administration 100 level), and Goodness Samuel (Geography 100 level) were forcibly taken from their off-campus residence near Angwan Kare after BCGat at around 10:30 pm.
Safe and Sound
According to reliable sources, the kidnapped students have been released and are currently under the protection of the 177 Guards Battalion Headquarters in Keffi.
Confirming the news, Muhammed Sakilu Muhammed, Secretary General of the Nasarawa State Youths Forum for Advocacy, issued a statement expressing his relief at the students’ release. “We are pleased to inform you that the four students from Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), who were kidnapped have been reportedly released today. This development follows the payment of an undisclosed ransom,” he stated.
A Community in Distress
The abduction of the students had caused panic and distress within the community, with concerned citizens demanding immediate action from the relevant authorities. The news of their release has brought relief and joy to the friends, families, and well-wishers of the students.
While the circumstances surrounding their release and the exact details of the ransom remain undisclosed, the safe return of the students is a testament to the efforts of the security agencies involved in their rescue operation.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing, aimed at apprehending the criminals behind this heinous act and preventing such incidents from occurring in the future.
The Nasarawa State Government and the university authorities have given assurances that the safety and security of the students will be prioritized, and measures will be put in place to ensure a safe learning environment for all members of the Nasarawa State University community.
