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Suspected bandits, on the early hours of Tuesday, invaded the staff quarters of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) and abducted four staff to an unknown location.

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News of the attack was broken on the University’s Facebook Page and confirmed by the the institution’s Head, Information and University Relations, Dr Habib Yakoob.

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It was gathered that six people were abducted in the attack which happened around 1am.

Those abducted are Prof. Bassey Ubom (including his son and daughter), Prof. Obanza Malam, Sambo Mohammed and Dr. Tobit.

The University said efforts were being made to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped persons.

What the University said:

“Suspected bandits attacked the staff quarters of the University in the early hours of today.

“Our Safety officers, in conjunction with security personnel, mobilised to secure the quarters.

“We have report that four of our staff and their children were, nevertheless, abducted by the evil men.

“Efforts are being made to ensure their safe return. A sad day for us, indeed! ”

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