Tragedy has struck the University of Jos community following the death of an undergraduate, Abel Joro, who succumbed to injuries sustained during the recent violence in Anguwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Joro, a 200-level student, had been receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit of the Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH) after suffering severe injuries in the attack. His death was confirmed on Monday, deepening grief across the university and beyond.
The announcement was made by Reverend Ezekiel Dachomo, Regional Chairman of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), who expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the young student.
He described Joro as vibrant and full of promise, lamenting the emotional toll on his family and the wider community. According to him, the student fought hard for his life but ultimately could not survive the extent of his injuries.
The incident has once again drawn attention to the persistent insecurity in Plateau State, with religious and community leaders questioning the continued loss of innocent lives.
Earlier reports indicated that members of the University of Jos community were among those affected by the violence. Sources identified other victims to include Patrick Ishaya, a 300-level student of Geography and Planning, and Duguryil Ufialas Daniel, a hall officer at the postgraduate hostel.
The university’s Vice-Chancellor was also reported to have visited injured victims receiving treatment at JUTH, as concern mounted within the academic environment.
This latest development adds to an already troubling wave of violence in the area, which has left residents living in fear and uncertainty. The crisis has also claimed the life of a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Haruna Ibrahim, who was reportedly killed on the day he was due to participate in his Passing-Out Parade.
The spate of killings has triggered widespread outrage, with students, residents, and stakeholders calling for urgent government intervention to restore peace and security.
Concerned voices, including members of the University of Jos Alumni Association, have urged authorities to strengthen security around the campus through increased patrols and improved intelligence gathering to prevent further attacks.
As tensions remain high, many Nigerians continue to demand swift and decisive action to halt the violence and protect lives in Plateau State.