Nigerian government fails as kidnapped student killed

DDM News

A 100-level Computer Science student of the Federal University, Dutsinma, has been found dead in Katsina State.

Katsina State, located in the northern region of Nigeria, is known for its rich cultural heritage and history.

It shares borders with other Nigerian states like Kaduna, Jigawa, and Zamfara, as well as the international boundary with Niger.

Katsina, the state’s capital, is a vibrant city that contributes significantly to the area’s economy through agriculture and trade.

The state boasts various notable sites, including ancient mosques and palaces that attract tourists and history enthusiasts.

Furthermore, Katsina State plays a pivotal role in Nigeria’s political landscape, often influencing regional dynamics.

Diaspora digital media (DDM) gathered that the student was among those kidnapped by armed bandits from the Paris Quarters, behind the university, on March 2, 2025.

His lifeless body was discovered in a bush on Monday, March 24, 2025, nearly three weeks after his abduction.

The tragic incident has further heightened fears within the university community regarding the worsening security situation in the state.

Katsina State, like many northern states, has suffered increasing insecurity due to banditry, kidnappings, and violent attacks.

The Federal University, Dutsinma, has not been spared, with several past incidents raising concerns over student safety.

On the night of March 2, heavily armed bandits invaded the Paris Quarters area, known for housing students and university staff.

Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers fired sporadic gunshots before abducting several students from their lodges.

Since the abduction, there had been ongoing efforts to secure the students’ release, but details remained unclear.

With the latest killing, fears have escalated, and students are questioning the government’s ability to protect them.

Rising security concerns and government inaction

This killing adds to the growing list of student-targeted attacks in northern Nigeria.

Parents and students are demanding immediate action to prevent further tragedies in the region.

Many students have begun relocating, fearing for their lives as kidnappings become more frequent.

The government has yet to release an official statement regarding the student’s death or efforts to rescue others.

Security agencies have also remained silent on whether any progress has been made in tracking the kidnappers.

Nigeria’s persistent insecurity threatens education, forcing students to abandon their academic pursuits due to fear of abduction.

With no concrete security strategy, the government faces increasing criticism for failing to protect its citizens.

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