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Police probe death of Kebbi varsity student

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  • Police in Kebbi State, Nigeria, are investigating the death of a 300-level university student who sustained injuries at a private residence.
  • The victim was found with injuries and died at a medical center, with the assailant still unidentified.
  • Authorities urge calm and ask the public to await investigation results, promising to apprehend those responsible.

Police in Nigeria's Kebbi State have launched an investigation into the death of Zaharadden Nuhu, a 300-level student at the Federal University Birnin Kebbi. The student died after sustaining injuries in an incident at a private residence in Kalgo Local Government Area on Wednesday, June 11, 2026.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was found with injuries and was immediately rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Birnin Kebbi, where he unfortunately passed away while receiving treatment. The assailant is yet to be identified.

— SP Bashir UsmanPolice Public Relations Officer, detailing the initial findings of the incident.

The victim was discovered with injuries and was immediately transported to the Federal Medical Centre in Birnin Kebbi. He passed away while receiving treatment. The police have confirmed that the assailant responsible for the attack has not yet been identified.

Officers visited the scene, secured the area, and have begun an investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident. The police are actively working to apprehend the individuals involved and ensure justice is served. They have urged residents and the university community to remain calm and refrain from spreading unverified information.

Following the report, a team of police officers visited the scene, secured the area, and commenced investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and apprehend the person(s) responsible.

— SP Bashir UsmanDescribing the immediate police response to the scene.

Authorities are appealing to anyone with useful information to assist the ongoing investigation, assuring confidentiality for all informants. The command stated its commitment to uncovering the truth and will provide updates as the investigation progresses. The death has caused concern among students and locals, who are awaiting the outcome of the police probe.

The Command urges members of the public, particularly residents of Kalgo LGA and students, to remain calm and avoid speculation.

— SP Bashir UsmanAppealing to the public for calm and to avoid spreading unverified information.
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