By plangang.
In the statement dated July 28, 2026 signed by the University’s
Deputy Registrar,
Information and Public Relations, Emmanuel Madugu said the institution said it had received with deep shock and sadness the news of the tragic death of *Ibrahim Pilasar Mbaye*, a graduate of the Department of Political Science, awaiting National Youth Service.
The statement on behalf of the University community, extended it’s heartfelt condolences to the family of Ibrahim, his course mates, and the entire Political Science Department.
The Management called for calm and assured the University community that relevant authorities are handling the matter. We also call on students to remain peaceful and law abiding while investigations are ongoing.
Mbaya
“In difficult times like these, may the LORD comfort his family and the entire University community”, said the statement.
UniJos Allumni calls for justice
In another statement signed by the Global President of the University of Jos Alumni Association, Peter Gad, the Association said it has also received with profound shock and deep sadness the reports of the tragic death of a student following an alleged act of violence perpetrated by fellow students.
“We condemn this senseless and reprehensible act in the strongest possible terms”, said the Global President.
He said “Violence has no place within our University community and stands in direct contradiction to the values of excellence, character, mutual respect, and humanity upon which the University of Jos was founded’.
“We wish to state unequivocally that the University of Jos Alumni Association does not condone violence in any form. No grievance, disagreement, or circumstance can ever justify the taking of a human life”.
The institutions Allumni called on relevant authorities to conduct a thorough, transparent, and impartial investigation into this incident and ensure that everyone found culpable is brought to justice in accordance with the law.
The statement emphasised that accountability is essential not only to honour the memory of the deceased but also to preserve the safety and integrity of our University community.
“As Great Josites, we stand united in rejecting violence, upholding justice, and promoting a culture of peace, responsibility, and respect for the sanctity of human life”, said the statement.
While calling for justice, the statement extended
heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased.
It read further: “Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family, friends, colleagues, and the entire University community”.
“May the soul of the deceased rest in peace, and may justice prevail”.
