In a troubling incident, suspected armed robbers invaded the Awolowo Hall of residence at the University of Ibadan (UI), targeting students during the early hours of Saturday. The assailants reportedly took assorted valuables, including mobile phones, jewelry, and clothing, while also subjecting victims to physical torment throughout the hours-long raid.
Authorities responded swiftly after alerted by the commotion, leading to the arrest of several suspects who have since been handed over to the police. The Public Relations Officer of UI, Joke Akinpelu, confirmed that the robbers primarily focused on stealing mobile devices, while a manhunt is underway for additional suspects who fled the scene. This incident raises serious concerns over campus safety and the well-being of students at the institution.
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