UNIJOS graduate killed after being accused of stealing iPhone 12
A University of Jos graduate, Ibrahim Pilasar Mbaya, was allegedly tortured to death after being accused of stealing an iPhone 12. Several suspects, including Emmanuel Newyear, Rinji Daniel Fwanji, Nensemka Fwanji, and Joshua Tell, have admitted their roles during police interrogations. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for justice from the public and Mbaya's family. Police have arrested four suspects, with more still at large, as investigations continue.
What happened
- Emmanuel Newyear admitted to hitting Mbaya three times with a wooden plank and slapping him during the interrogation.
- The owner of the missing phone, Rinji Daniel Fwanji, said he woke up to find both Mbaya and his iPhone 12 missing, and later contacted Mbaya to return.
- Joshua Tell confessed to helping restrain Mbaya while he was being tied up, and Nensemka Fwanji said he took Mbaya to the hospital after the assault.
- Police stated that Mbaya was beaten unconscious and later confirmed dead at Jos University Teaching Hospital.
- The incident has led to widespread condemnation, with calls for all responsible to be prosecuted and for justice for Mbaya.
