PRESS RELEASE: RE: DEATH OF A STUDENT OF FEDERAL UNIVERSITY DUTSINMA OVER ALLEDGE RELIGIOUS MATTER UNTRUE.
The attention of the Katsina State Police Command has been drawn to some unsubstantiated news making the rounds on social media over the tragic death of a 200-level student in the computer science department of the Federal University of Dutsinma "over a religious issue”. Following the receipt of the report, it is crucial to provide accurate information to the public in order to dispel any rumors or misconceptions that may have arisen.
On September 28, 2023, at about 1320 hrs, a tragic incident occurred at Darawa quarters, Dutsinma LGA, Katsina State, involving eight (8) students of the Federal University Dutsinma. The incident was the result of a heated altercation between the students over a romantic relationship with a fellow female student, which escalated tragically, leading to the death of one of the students involved.
The Command takes this matter very seriously and is currently conducting a thorough investigation to determine the facts surrounding the incident, as six (6) of the students in connection with the incident have been arrested. We are working diligently to gather and analyze all available evidence, including eyewitness testimonies, with the aim of establishing a comprehensive understanding of the events that transpired while upholding the principles of justice and fairness.
As the investigation progresses, updates will be shared with the public to ensure transparency. We encourage any individual with relevant information about the incident that will assist the investigation to step forward, as all information received will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
The Commissioner of Police, Katsina State Command, CP Aliyu Abubakar Musa, psc+, while calling on the general public to remain calm, extends his deepest condolences to the family and friends affected by this tragedy and the management of Federal University Dutsinma.
We convey our sympathies and support during this difficult time.
ASP ABUBAKAR SADIQ ALIYU,
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO),
FOR:COMMISSIONER OF POLICE,
Katsina State Command
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