EKSU STUDENTS RAISE ALARM OVER RISING HOSTEL ROBBERIES, DEMAND ENHANCED SECURITY
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By: Muftau Fatimo
Students of Ekiti State University (EKSU) have expressed alarm over a rise in armed robbery incidents targeting hostels, especially in the Phase 2 area of the campus.
In a statement released on Monday, the Students’ Union, led by President Osunyomi Hezekalh, denounced the attacks, calling them a serious threat to students’ safety and academic pursuits.
“The Students’ Union strongly condemns the recurring robbery attacks on hostels in Phase 2.
“We are deeply concerned and distressed by these persistent security breaches, which continue to jeopardize the safety, peace of mind, and academic success of our students. No student should have to live in fear of robbery while pursuing their education,” part of the statement read.
The union said it had engaged the university management, security agencies and other relevant authorities to address the situation.
“We assure all affected students and the entire student body that the Student Union is actively working on this matter. We have already engaged the university management, security agencies, and relevant authorities to strengthen security presence around school area, improve lighting and surveillance, enhance patrol and response systems, and identify and address the root causes of these incidents.”
It added that efforts were ongoing to ensure lasting solutions.
“We are committed to ensuring that concrete and sustainable measures are put in place to bring these attacks to an immediate end. Your safety remains our top priority.”
The union also called on students to exercise caution.
“We urge all students to stay alert, report any suspicious activity promptly to the Student Union or security personnel, and avoid moving alone at night until normalcy is restored,” the statement advised.
Earlier, the union had issued a security advisory alerting students to overnight robberies and injuries recorded in recent days.
“Stay safe and vigilant. Avoid walking alone after dark, keep your residences securely locked, and remain aware of your surroundings. No phone or laptop is worth risking your life always prioritise your safety if confronted,” the advisory warned
Students also took to social media to express fears over the attacks, alleging that armed men had been breaking into hostels at night and dispossessing occupants of valuables.
One user wrote, “Hello!!!! Armed men are attacking hostels in the midnight in EKSU… It has been going on for days now and we are writing exams.”
Another student claimed that several hostels were targeted in coordinated attacks, with victims forced to hand over their devices and passwords.
The incidents have increased tension across the university community, prompting students to urge the state government and security agencies to act swiftly to restore safety.
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