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NOUN bursar shot dead while returning from Gusau

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  • The National Open University of Nigeria said its bursar, Nasiru Marafa, was reportedly shot dead while returning from Gusau in Zamfara State.
  • The university described Marafa’s death as sudden and untimely and said he had become bursar in September 2026.
  • Authorities have not disclosed the attack’s exact location, motive, suspects or the status of any investigation.

The National Open University of Nigeria has announced the death of its bursar, Mallam Nasiru Marafa, who was reportedly shot dead while returning from Gusau in Zamfara State.

The university described the death as a “sudden and untimely” loss. In a statement signed by Registrar and Secretary to Council Oladipo Ajayi, NOUN said its vice-chancellor, governing council, management, senate, staff and students were mourning Marafa.

sudden and untimely

· National Open University of NigeriaThe university used the phrase to describe Marafa’s death in its announcement.

NOUN described Marafa as a dedicated and committed staff member who had risen through several positions of responsibility. He became bursar in September 2026 and took up the role with “a strong sense of duty and commitment to the advancement of the University.”

The university called his death a “profound loss” and extended condolences to his family, relatives, friends and colleagues. It said burial arrangements would be announced after consultations with the family and further information. The institution did not provide details about the location of the shooting, the identity of the attackers, the motive or any arrests.

a strong sense of duty and commitment to the advancement of the University

· National Open University of NigeriaThe university described Marafa’s approach when he became bursar.
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