Two CUSTECH Students Killed by Kidnappers, University Declares Mourning
The Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Kogi State has declared a three-day mourning period following the killing of two first-year students, James Michael-Anajuwe and Musa Hussein, by kidnappers.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
In a heartbreaking turn of events, the Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) in Kogi State has announced a three-day period of mourning following the tragic killing of two students by kidnappers.
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The victims, James Michael-Anajuwe and Musa Hussein, were first-year students in Information Technology and Software Engineering. They were among a group of students abducted on May 9 while preparing for their examinations, which were scheduled to begin on May 13.
CUSTECH Registrar, Ms. Olufunke Hudson, issued a statement on Sunday expressing the university's profound sorrow and declaring that all university activities will be held low-key from May 27 to May 29 in remembrance of the deceased students.
“It is with deep shock and pain that the management of CUSTECH is mourning our beloved slain students,” Hudson said. “The university community shares in the grief of the families and colleagues of James and Musa, and we urge everyone to take solace in God during this difficult time.”
The abduction initially saw twenty-one students taken captive, with security operatives and local hunters successfully rescuing most of them. Efforts are still underway to secure the safe release of the remaining students.
Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, is reportedly intensifying efforts to ensure the safe return of those still held by their captors. “Gov. Usman Ododo is leaving no stone unturned in ensuring that the students are released safely,” Hudson added. “We urge everyone to remain calm and maintain the peace the state is enjoying.”
The university's decision to observe a mourning period reflects the deep impact this tragedy has had on the CUSTECH community and underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures in the region.
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