The University of Jos Alumni Association has called on security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged mob killing of one of its graduates, Ibrahim Mbaya, and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
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The association made the call in a statement issued on Tuesday, describing the incident as “barbaric, unjustifiable and a gross violation of the right to life.”
The association made the call in a statement issued on Tuesday, describing the incident as “barbaric, unjustifiable and a gross violation of the right to life.”
According to the association, Mbaya, an alumnus of the University of Jos, was allegedly beaten to death by a mob under circumstances that remain unclear.
“We are deeply saddened and outraged by the gruesome killing of our colleague and brother, Ibrahim Mbaya. No Nigerian deserves to die in such a manner, irrespective of any allegation against them,” the statement read.
The alumni association urged the relevant authorities to expedite investigations into the incident, arrest all those involved and ensure they face the full weight of the law.
“We demand justice for Ibrahim Mbaya. The rule of law must prevail and not mob action,” the association stated, calling on the police to make the findings of their investigation public.
The group also urged governments at all levels to intensify public enlightenment campaigns against jungle justice and strengthen measures to protect lives and property.
“This incident should serve as a wake-up call for all of us. We must collectively reject mob killings and allow due process to take its course,” the statement added.
The association commiserated with the family of the deceased and pledged to support them in their pursuit of justice.
As of the time of filing this report, security agencies had yet to issue an official statement on the incident.
