Soldiers Invade UNIOSUN Hostel, Assault Students And Seize Phones — University Raises Alarm

Osun State University has publicly reported an alleged attack on its students by soldiers from the Army Depot, Osogbo.

The report came after claims that soldiers who had recently graduated from the Nigerian Army Depot in Osogbo attacked multiple hostels at the college and abused students on Monday evening.

Prof. Clement Adebooye, the university’s Vice-Chancellor, confirmed on Tuesday that the problem had been forwarded to military authorities after visiting several of the affected dorms to examine the situation and meet with students.

Adebooye stated that the institution was very disturbed about the occurrence, stressing that the Army Depot’s proximity to the university has traditionally been seen as an additional layer of security for the campus community.

“We reported to the depot’s management. It’s unfortunate that the Army Depot, which we thought would provide protection, could eventually unleash personnel who would subject our students to such a horrific experience,” the vice-chancellor stated.

According to the university, preliminary findings indicated that more than 20 students had been identified as victims of the alleged attack, and investigations into the incident were ongoing.

Ademola Adesoji, the institution’s Public Relations Officer, stated that reports from affected students revealed that troops abused both male and female students during the operation and confiscated over 60 mobile phones and other electronic devices.

“Some female students reported being stripped by soldiers. They also claimed that they touched them indecently. Some male students were also assaulted,” Adesoji said.

He also said that two pupils required hospital care following the incident, with one having been discharged by Tuesday morning.

Adesoji also stated that three of the suspected perpetrators had been identified and brought to the university campus, and that the university administration was still in talks with the Nigerian Army on the charges.

The institution also received allegations that a female student was raped during the incident.

However, Adesoji stated that the claim was not verified because no purported victim had been identified.

“We can’t confirm the alleged rape yet,” he added, adding that the university will continue to look into any reported cases.

According to reports, troops from the Depot Nigerian Army in Osogbo attacked the residence halls and assaulted pupils. They were also accused of stealing more than 60 mobile phones and other electronic devices from the kids.

Some female students were reportedly stripped naked and forced to dance unclothed by rampaging troops, who were claimed to be part of the class that had their passing-out parade last Saturday.