From Uche Nnorom, Makurdi
The Academic Staff Union of University ASUU, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM) branch, formerly Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) has decried the high wave of insecurity in the institution.
In a press statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Paul Igber Anyagh and made available to the media, ASUU condemned strongly the kidnap of three female students on the evening of 25th February, 2025.
ASUU regretted that with what has happened, the union is not sure that its members will be safe on campus given that this incident is one too many, recalling that in the past, a member of the union was kidnapped at the University staff quarters, although he was later released, it went to show the porous security nature on the campus.
“Also, we have had cases of kidnap of students in the past on our campus, and given this circumstance, the union is no longer sure of the security of her members for discharge of their legitimate duties.
“In light of the foregoing, we are making the following appeals on the University administration and all security agencies in the state:
“The immediate and safe rescue of the three students that were kidnapped on Tuesday, 25th February, 2025. This will ensure stability on campus for smooth academic activities.
“The improvement of the security architecture on campus to ensure safe environment for teaching and learning
“The union is standing in solidarity with our students and parents and do hope for the safe release of the abducted students soonest.
“Meanwhile, members of our union are enjoined to be calm in these challenging times with the hope that University administration is doing her very best to secure the campus for smooth academic activities”, the statement read.
