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SS 2 Student Killed In Kaduna Boarding School
A 15-year-old Ahmed Musa, an SS2 student of Government Technical College Malali in Kaduna North local government area of Kaduna State, was brutally killed, and his corpse was found within the school premises with his hands and legs tied together.
The father of the deceased, Comrade Musa Mohammed, a journalist, political Analyst and activist, confirmed the incident to ELANZANEWS, disclosing that his son was brutally murdered by an unknown person on Sunday, 16th February 2025.
According to his narration, “Ahmed Musa’s body was found within the school premises ‘Government Technical College male Kaduna’ with physical signs of brutalisation and strangulation.
He appealed for a comprehensive investigation to apprehend those behind his death while calling for adequate compensation to the family by whoever is found to have a hand in the death of his son Ahmed Musa.
He painfully disclosed that his late son is the only son of his mother, stressing that the death has caused a decisive blow to the family”.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna Doka Development Association has petitioned Governor Senator Una Sani and appealed for Justice in the Murder of the late Musa.
The letter, which the chairman of the Association signed, Sani Rabiu Bako, reads in parts; ” We, the members of the Kaduna Doka Development Association, write to you with profound sorrow and an urgent plea for justice following the tragic and senseless murder of Ahmed Musa, the son of one of our esteemed members Alhaji Musa, at Technical School Malali.
“This heinous act has not only devastated the victim’s family but has also profoundly affected our entire community. On 16th February 2025, Ahmed Musa of Technical School Malali was brutally murdered under circumstances that remain unclear but have left his family and friends in shock and disbelief.
“The loss of such a promising young life is a tragedy that no family should have to endure, and we are compelled to seek your intervention to ensure that those responsible for this crime are brought to justice”.
The Chairman said, “Our association has always worked tirelessly to promote peace, unity, and development within our community. We have strived to create a safe environment for all our members and their families. However, the recent events have shaken our faith in the safety of our surroundings.
“We believe that swift action from your office can restore confidence in the justice system and send a strong message that such acts of violence will not be tolerated.
“We kindly request Your Excellency to direct the relevant authorities to thoroughly investigate this case and ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice. We urge you to prioritise the safety and security of our citizens, especially in educational institutions where young lives should be nurtured and protected.
“In addition to the immediate need for justice, we also request that measures be put in place to prevent similar incidents in the future. We believe that increased security presence, improved surveillance, and enhanced community policing can go a long way in ensuring the safety of our children and youth.
“We understand that the government faces numerous challenges, but we are confident that with your leadership and commitment to public safety, this matter can be resolved swiftly and effectively. We hope you will take the necessary steps to address this issue and comfort the bereaved family”.
Meanwhile, the remains of the deceased, according to the father, have been laid to rest according to Islamic rites.
When our Correspondent put a call through to the Principal of the school, whose name was Mr Zayaco, his phone did not connect; another call was put across to the phone number of the Vice Principal of the school, Mr Godfrey Francis, and it rang severally but failed to pick and did not return the missed calls as at the time of filing the report.
Similarly, when the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Kaduna Command, DSP Mansir Hassan, was called, his phone number was also unreachable at the time of filing the report.
A Zamfara-based group, Zamfara Concerned Citizens, has called on Governor Dauda Lawal to cease blaming his predecessor, Bello Matawalle, for the state’s challenges and focus on delivering on his 2023 campaign promises.
The group also urged Matawalle, now Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, to contest the 2027 governorship election, citing his efforts in tackling insecurity nationwide.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group’s publicity secretary, Aliyah Dan-Musa, accused Governor Lawal of failing to address critical issues such as hunger, poverty, and healthcare in Zamfara.
“Dauda has failed the mandate entrusted to him by the good people of Zamfara,” Dan-Musa said.
“Instead of fulfilling his promises, he is looking for someone to blame, and Dr Bello Matawalle is his target.”
The group claimed that Lawal’s administration has run out of ideas and is resorting to scapegoating Matawalle to deflect from its shortcomings.
They further criticised the governor for allegedly squandering state resources on international trips with family and associates, rather than tackling the state’s pressing needs.
Zamfara Concerned Citizens called on residents to reject Lawal in the 2027 governorship election, accusing him of betraying the trust of the electorate.
“The governor has not done anything to address this ugly situation,” Dan-Musa stated, pointing to ongoing economic and social challenges in the state.
The group praised Matawalle’s tenure as governor from 2019 to 2023 and his current role as Minister of State for Defence, where they claim he has made significant strides in reducing insecurity across Nigeria.
“We have seen what he has done in Nigeria by reducing insecurity, and we are happy with what he is doing,” Dan-Musa said.
They urged Matawalle to run for governor in 2027, expressing confidence that his leadership would restore stability and attract investment to Zamfara.
“Zamfara will be much better and safer where civil servants will be smiling again and no more half salary,” the statement read.
The Commander of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), Maj.-Gen. Folusho Oyinlola, has decried the influx of large number of cattle into Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.
Oyinlola, who doubles as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, Rukuba, near Jos, said this on Tuesday during an engagement with stakeholders in Barkin Ladi.
He noted that the influx of the cattle was constituting a major security threat to the locality and the state in general.
According to him, the isolated attacks, farm destruction, and other illegal activities are as a result of the unhealthy development.
“I must express the concerns of security agencies about recent developments in parts of Barkin Ladi.
“There is a growing unease about the influx of large number of cattle into farming communities.
“While the movement of livestock in Barkin Ladi and indeed Pateau in general is not unusual, the scale and timings of this new influx raise legitimate security concerns.
“Unfortunately, this development has already resulted in adverse outcomes, including farm destructions, isolated attacks, and attacks on livestock.
“The impact of this action on food security, economic stability, and social harmony cannot be over emphasised,” he said.
The commander, who also expressed deep concerns over the recent killings in the locality, called on the stakeholders to unite and fashion out ways to end the violence.
He, however, promised to fish out the perpetrators of the heinous crime, who would be made to face the full wrath of the law.
Oyinlola explained that the stakeholders’ engagement was aimed at ensuring a successful and peaceful farming season in the locality.
“The faming season is already ongoing, and for many families, this is a period for securing their livelihood.
“Therefore, any disruption of farming activities now will have dire consequences for the rest of the year and beyond.
“To this end, this engagement is convened to hear from you, all stakeholders, to listen to your concerns,” he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), reports that the meeting had in attendance heads of security agencies, government officials, traditional and religious leaders, among others.(NAN)
The Catholic Church’s cardinals issued an urgent appeal for peace on Tuesday, one day before they retreat into the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel to elect a new pope.
In a joint statement, they called on all warring parties worldwide to “achieve a lasting ceasefire as soon as possible.”
The statement, released by the Vatican, said the cardinals note “with regret” that there has been no “progress in promoting peace processes in Ukraine, the Middle East and many other parts of the world.”
On the contrary, they said, attacks have intensified, especially against the civilian population.
The cardinals called for ceasefires “without preconditions and without further delay” in order to negotiate “the peace long desired by the affected populations and the whole world.”
They also appealed to believers, asking them to intensify their prayers for a just and lasting peace.
The statement was delivered during the General Congregation of the College of Cardinals, the last meeting of the cardinals before the start of the conclave.
Starting on Wednesday, eligible cardinals under the age of 80 are to vote to elect a successor to pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88.