The late UNIBEN student was said to be in the Department of Public Administration.
By Jeffrey Agbo
The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has reacted with condemnation to the murder of a final-year student of the school.
Desmond, which was the student’s first name, was said to be a Kegite chief before he was killed. Many believe his killing was connected to cult activities.
Desmond alias Mayor was shot in the face at close range at about 9 pm on Monday.
The late UNIBEN student was said to be in the Department of Public Administration.
Spokesman of UNIBEN, Benedicta Ehanire, in a statement on Tuesday, said the management is working closely with the police and internal security to apprehend the killer.
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The statement read, “The management of the University of Benin has condemned the brutal and sad killing of a final year male student, known mostly as ‘Mayor’ (real name withheld) on the night of Monday 3rd March, 2023.
“The gruesome shooting occurred in one of halls of residence and was carried out by yet to be identified gunman.
“While commiserating with the family and colleagues of the late student, the management enjoins other students to be calm.
“Management is also working closely with the internal security units in ensuring that such dastardly incident does not occur again within the university’s premises.”