At least five students of Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade. GAPOSA, Ogun State, were reportedly abducted by suspected gunmen on Wednesday.

DAILY POST gathered that the incident occurred at about 8 p.m. on Wednesday when the attackers invaded a private student hostel along Paraga Road, Ipara-Remo, one of the communities adjoining the polytechnic.

It was learnt that the attack lasted for approximately 30 minutes, during which the assailants allegedly fired gunshots and abducted several students.

Following the incident, the polytechnic management suspended all examinations scheduled for Thursday.

“Following the unfortunate incident that occurred yesterday, today’s examination has been cancelled. However, tomorrow’s examination remains scheduled as planned. If there is any change regarding tomorrow’s examination, an official announcement will be communicated promptly.

“For now, all students are encouraged to remain calm, stay positive, and continue preparing for their examinations. We are hopeful that the situation will be resolved soon,” the notice read.

The Students’ Union Government, SUG confirmed that five students were affected.

In a statement jointly signed by the SUG President, Akinpelu Bukunmi Timothy, General Secretary Salau Boluwaduro Saidat, and Public Relations Officer, Matthew Francis Sonayon, the attacked hostel “is situated in a remote area surrounded by thick bush, making it vulnerable and unsuitable as a safe residential environment for students.”

“At approximately 7:45 p.m., suspected armed bandits attacked a private student hostel located along Paraga Road, Ipara. The hostel is situated in a remote area surrounded by thick bush, making it vulnerable and unsuitable as a safe residential environment for students.

“The attack lasted for approximately 30 minutes. Due to the isolated location of the hostel, residents in surrounding areas were unable to hear or respond to the incident in time. During the attack, the assailants fired gunshots; however, no student lost their life. By the grace of God, several students escaped through the POP ceiling, while others were unable to flee.

“We can confirm that five students were abducted during the incident. The matter has officially been reported to the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security agencies, and we are confident that immediate efforts are underway to ensure the safe rescue of the affected students.”

They urged students, parents, guardians, and members of the public to disregard “false, exaggerated, and unverified information” circulating on social media.

The union added: “While the incident is real and deeply unfortunate, many of the stories currently in circulation do not accurately represent the facts and only serve to create unnecessary fear and panic within the school community.”

When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the abduction but said the command had yet to ascertain whether the victims were students.

“The Ogun State Police Command is aware of the abduction incident reported at a private hostel in the Ipara area on the night of Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

“Immediately the distress report was received, the Command activated a coordinated operational response, deploying tactical teams and intelligence assets to the area. Bush-combing and other targeted operations are ongoing to ensure the safe rescue of the victims and the apprehension of those responsible.

“The exact number of victims is yet to be ascertained, as verification and investigation are still in progress.”

He urged members of the public to disregard unverified figures and refrain from circulating misinformation capable of undermining ongoing operations.

DAILY POST reports that this comes barely 24hrs after a final year female marketing student of D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori,  was killed during an overnight robbery in the Eruku area of the community.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of attempting to steal a commercial tricycle along IBB Road in Kano.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the corps identified the suspect as Nasiru Sulaiman from Babura Local Government Area of Jigawa State.

According to the NSCDC, “The suspect, Nasiru Sulaiman, 27 years old, an indigene of Babura Local Government Area of Jigawa State, allegedly employed a deceptive strategy by sending the tricycle rider on an errand. While the rider was away, the suspect reportedly disconnected the ignition key and attempted to whisk the tricycle away.”

The statement added, “His suspicious movements, however, attracted the attention of vigilant and public-spirited residents, who intercepted him before he could escape.”

The suspect was later handed over to NSCDC officers for investigation.

The NSCDC disclosed that investigations had been completed and that the suspect would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.

A High Court in Kano State has sentenced a newlywed woman, Saudat Jibril, to death by hanging after finding her guilty of murdering her husband, Salisu Idris, just nine days after their wedding.

The judgment followed the conclusion of the trial, during which the court heard evidence presented by both the prosecution and the defence.

The incident occurred in May 2025 in Farawa, a community in Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, where the couple had been married for only nine days before the husband was killed.

The prosecution, led by Barrister Lamido Abba Soron Dinki, counsel to the Kano State Government, called three witnesses in support of its case.

The defence counsel, Barrister Abdulfatah Muhammad, presented Saudat Jibril as the sole witness in her defence.

Delivering the judgment, Justice Maryam Sabo held that the prosecution had proved its case beyond reasonable doubt and accepted the evidence presented by the prosecution while rejecting the defendant’s testimony.

“The court finds the defendant guilty as charged and hereby sentences her to death by hanging,” Justice Sabo ruled.

Following the judgment, correctional service officials escorted Saudat Jibril from the courtroom to begin serving her sentence, pending any appeal.