The Nigeria Police has confirmed the murder of a final-year Higher National Diploma (HND) student of Computer Science in Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, by some unknown gunmen.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PRO), DSP Timfon John, said robbers and cultists operated in the area and robbed the compound where the victim was shot dead.
According to the Police Spokesperson; “Information at our disposal is that there was robbery and cult operations in the area. They invaded and robbed where they shot somebody who was later identified as a student.”
DSP Timfon however disclosed that “investigation is ongoing” to unravel those behind the robbery and shooting incident
Meanwhile, reports said that the victim simply identified as Prince was shot by unidentified gunmen at about 1am on Wednesday.
It was gathered that the killing took place along Abuja Street in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.
Competent sources hinted that the deceased was waiting to be mobilized for the National Youth Service Scheme when his life was cut short.
The sources said gunmen invaded the compound where the deceased was residing, walked straight to his room, shot him in the abdomen and left him in the pool of his blood.
One source said the victim’s girlfriend was with him when the unfortunate incident happened and she raised an alarm which attracted neighbours who rushed the victim to the hospital.
The source further said; “The gunmen didn’t steal anything from the house. They did not even rob anybody in the compound. They just shot him and escaped.
“I met the victim yesterday at about 4pm with his girlfriend. Both of them wore facemasks. Jovially, I asked them why they were dressed in that manner, and we all laughed.
“The victim was very popular in the neighbourhood and a strong member of choral group in his church. We are shocked the way he died”.
“This is quite shocking and unexpected given that my friend was already dreaming and focusing on things to do during his service year and beyond”, the source volunteered.
