Zaharadeen Nuhu, a 300-level Biochemistry student of the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK), has died after being attacked by suspected thieves at a private hostel in Kalgo Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
It was learnt that Nuhu, who was from Niger State, allegedly sustained serious machete injuries during the attack at his off-campus residence.
The incident was confirmed in a circular issued on Thursday, June 11, 2026, and made available to journalists in Birnin Kebbi by the university’s Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Ibrahim Magawata.
The circular said the deceased was attacked by a group of suspected thieves at one of the private hostels situated in Kalgo where many of the institution’s students reside.
He was taken to hospital after the attack but died later in the early hours of Thursday.
“It is with a heavy heart and in total submission to the will of Allah that the management of the university announces the death of our dear student, Zaharadeen Nuhu, a 300-level student of the Department of Biochemistry,” Magawata said.
“A group of thieves attacked him in one of the private hostels in Kalgo, and he suffered severe machete injuries. He was taken to hospital but sadly died early this morning.”
The dean said that the management of the university had reported the incident to the Nigeria Police Force, Kalgo Division and that investigation into the attack has commenced.
He said the institution had also intensified security patrols in Kalgo and other off-campus communities where students live.
Magawata said the management would meet with owners of private hostels in Kalgo to discuss better safety arrangements for students.
He said the measures to be enforced include improved lighting around hostels and engaging night guards to protect students.
The university urged students to remain calm and law-abiding, and to be vigilant in their respective places of residence.
Magawata warned students against spreading unconfirmed information that could lead to panic in the university community.
He also advised them to avoid late night movements, move in groups where necessary, and report suspicious persons or activities to security agencies without delay.
The dean reassured the students of the university’s commitment to their safety and welfare.
Meanwhile, some students, who spoke on condition of anonymity, expressed concern over the security situation in off-campus hostels.
The students who lived outside the campus were exposed to various security threats like attacks, phone snatching and sexual harassment, they alleged.
The students called on the university management, security agencies and hostel owners to beef up security in areas where students stay.
They said Nuhu’s death had created fear among students and should prompt urgent action to prevent a recurrence.
On Thursday, the deceased was buried in the Janazah prayer at the mosque of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Birnin Kebbi.
The university management extended its condolences to his family, friends, coursemates and the entire student community on the loss.
It also prayed for his soul to rest in peace.
