Monday, June 22, 2026 - Security operatives working in close collaboration with Prince Abubakar Audu University Management, have arrested a student suspected to be involved in cult-related activities, including attempted forced initiation, physical assault, and threats to life of a fellow student.
The suspect, Mr. Adejo Elisha Ojonimi, a 25-year-old 400-Level student of
the Department of Economics with Matriculation Number 23EC1103, was apprehended
on Friday, 19th June 2026, by members of the Vigilante Service following a
complaint lodged by a spill-over student in the Department of Food Science and
Technology.
The Public Relations Officer of the institution, Uredo Omale, who
disclosed this in a statement on Monday, June 22, 2026 said the arrest was part
of the ongoing campaign to rid the University and its environs of cultism and
other social vices.
According to the complainant, Ojonimi, who resides in the NTA area behind
the University campus, approached him and demanded that he join a cult group he
described as the 'Black Axe Confraternity'.
The student alleged that upon refusing the demand, he was physically
assaulted, injured and further threatened with severe consequences by the
suspect if he refuses to be initiated.
The complainant stated that the persistent threats compelled him to
abandon his residence and remain in hiding for several days out of fear for his
safety before eventually reporting the matter to security authorities, who
subsequently referred the case to the University's Security Unit.
Preliminary investigation revealed visible physical injuries on the
complainant at the time the report was made.
During interrogation, the suspect reportedly admitted to certain aspects
of the assault and threats.
Further investigations and check on the suspect's mobile phone, revealed
his conversations with other suspected cult members of a cult group with slogan
of "Egede" known for the 'Black Axe Confraternity'.
Information relating to other individuals allegedly connected to the suspect and the cult group and others has also been extracted and documented for further security investigation and administrative action.
The suspect has since been handed over to the appropriate security agency for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, commended the vigilance,
professionalism, and cooperation demonstrated by the security operatives and
other stakeholders involved in the operation.
He reiterated the University's unwavering zero-tolerance policy towards
cultism, violence, and all forms of criminal activity within and around the
institution.
Professor Usman warned students and other individuals involved in
cult-related activities to steer clear of the University, stressing that the
institution remains committed to providing a safe, peaceful, and conducive
environment for teaching, learning, research and community service.
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