By Uzair Adam
A 300-level student of Bayero University, Kano (BUK), Umar Abdullahi Hafizi, has been confirmed dead after he was fatally stabbed by suspected phone snatchers at his residence in Dorayi Quarters, Gwale Local Government Area of Kano State.
The incident, which occurred around 11:00 p.m. on Wednesday, has sparked widespread grief within the university community, prompting an official response from the institution’s management.
In a statement signed by Lamara Garba, Director of Public Affairs, and released on Wednesday, the university described the loss as devastating.
“The Management of Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has expressed deep sadness over the tragic death of Umar Abdullahi Hafizi,” the statement said, adding that the student’s death was “a painful loss to the University community.”
While confirming that the killing happened outside the university premises, the statement reiterated the institution’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sagir Adamu Abbas, speaking on behalf of the management, assured the university community that efforts are underway to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“BUK is working closely with security agencies to ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are apprehended and made to face the full wrath of the law,” he said.
As part of its immediate response, the university facilitated the transportation of the deceased’s body to his hometown in Zaria, Kaduna State, where he was buried according to Islamic rites.
The management also appealed for calm, urging students to be vigilant and the public to assist security operatives with any helpful information.
“The Management calls on students to remain calm and vigilant and urge members of the public to cooperate with security operatives by providing any useful information that could assist in the ongoing investigation,” the statement added.
BUK concluded the statement with prayers for the deceased, “Bayero University Kano prays for the repose of the soul of Umar Abdullahi Hafizi and for the Almighty to grant his family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.”