Fear spreads around UNIBEN axis after armed attackers opened fire near the university’s main gate.
Fear and chaos gripped residents and students around the University of Benin (UNIBEN) on Sunday night after armed assailants reportedly launched a deadly attack near the institution’s main gate.
According to reports, the gunmen opened fire in a shocking assault that left one person dead while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries. Witnesses described the scene as terrifying, with people running for safety amid loud gunshots.
The Edo State Police Command has since confirmed the incident and announced the launch of a full-scale manhunt for the attackers responsible for the violence.
Security operatives were reportedly deployed to the area shortly after the incident, while injured victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention. Authorities say investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attack.
The latest incident has once again raised serious concerns over insecurity around major institutions in Nigeria, especially in student-dominated environments where residents fear becoming victims of violent crimes.
Students and residents around the UNIBEN axis have now called on security agencies and the Edo State Government to strengthen surveillance and improve safety measures to prevent further attacks in the area.