April 2, 2024

Authorities of University of Maiduguri, have confirmed the death of a lecturer of the Department of Physical and Health EducationDr. Abdulkadir Kamar who was found dead in his office on Monday.

The University’s Director of Radio and Public Relations, Danjuma Gambo confirmed the incident in a press statement.

According to him, Management of the institution received a report that the lecturer’s lifeless body was sighted in his office, following an alarm raised by members of his family.

“The police and other security agencies have already launched an investigation with a view to unravelling the circumstances surrounding his death”.

He urged staff and students of the institution to remain calm and go about their normal, legitimate businesses while also assuring parents, guardians, and other stakeholders of the safety of the wards, adding that the campus remains safe and secure for teaching, learning, and community service.

He  explained that the clarification became necessary following numerous reports, rumours and misrepresentations, especially on the social media, regarding the recent, painful demise Kamar.

“In view of the gravity of the matter, Management advises all staff and students to remain calm and go about their normal, legitimate businesses, as the University works closely with relevant security agencies to get to the root of the matter.

“Management also wishes to assure parents, guardians and other stakeholders that the University campus remains safe and secure for teaching, learning and community service.