Vigilantes accused of killing Kogi university student
A 400-level student of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Andrew Amehson Aziko, was allegedly killed by a local vigilante group in Kogi State after wandering into Nana College of Health, Okpo. The student, said to be mentally unstable, was reportedly beaten and shot by security guards who knew him personally. The incident was brought to public attention by Danjuma Onoja, who called for a thorough investigation. The Kogi State Commissioner of Police, CP Nasir Bello Kankarofi, has condemned the act and assured the public of a professional investigation.
What happened
- Andrew Amehson Aziko, a final-year student, was allegedly tortured and shot dead by vigilante security at Nana College of Health, Okpo.
- Eyewitnesses and family members confirm that Andrew was mentally challenged and had no criminal record.
- Footage shows Andrew being beaten and pleading with the guards, who reportedly knew him by name.
- The Kogi State Commissioner of Police stated that the security personnel involved are currently at large, and a thorough investigation is underway.
- The incident has sparked outrage, with calls for justice and condemnation of extrajudicial actions by vigilante groups.
