The Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, has reportedly been shot dead by gunmen while returning from Gusau, Zamfara State.
Information about the incident has been circulating on social media and has been corroborated by individuals familiar with the development.
According to the reports, Marafa was allegedly killed by suspected bandits. However, the identity of the attackers and the circumstances surrounding the killing have not been independently verified by Ukata News.
The reported killing has sparked reactions, with Nigerians expressing concern over the worsening security situation in the country and calling on the authorities to do more to protect lives and property.
Some of those reacting condemned the activities of bandits and other criminal elements, arguing that criminals should not be shielded or defended regardless of their identity or background.
They described the killing of professionals and other productive members of society as a setback to national development, stressing the need for stronger security measures to prevent further loss of lives.
