Rivers varsity student shot on campus, management suspends activities
A 100-level student of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, has reportedly sustained gunshot injuries after suspected cultists opened fire on the university campus on Wednesday. The incident occurred barely two days after suspected rival cult groups engaged in a shooting confrontation on the campus, heightening concerns over security among students and staff. […]…
On Wednesday, a 100-level student at the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education in Rumuolumeni, Rivers State, was shot during an incident involving suspected cultists. This followed a shooting confrontation between rival cult groups on Monday, raising security concerns.
The earlier clash was allegedly due to a supremacy dispute between members of the Vikings and Ku Klux Klan cult groups. The identity of the injured student remains undisclosed, with only information about his condition and the ongoing surgery for bullet removal. His friends are raising funds for the procedure.
While the student's involvement in cult activities has not been confirmed, a video showed him in a hospital bed, carried by his coursemates. The Rivers State Police Command confirmed the Monday incident and is currently investigating. The same spokesperson, Blessing Agabe, also saw the circulating video and would provide further details.
Amid the security concerns, the university suspended all upcoming activities related to the Students' Union Government Week. The institution's management requested students to return to regular academic activities on Thursday, August 13, 2026, emphasizing the need for peaceful behavior and adherence to academic responsibilities.
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