Eight students of the Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade (GAPOSA), Ogun State, have been reportedly kidnapped after suspected kidnappers attacked their residence in Ipara, Remi North Local Government Area of the state.
A student at the school, who spoke to Tribune Online on condition of anonymity, explained that the incident happened around 9 pm on Wednesday, with eight students abducted by the kidnappers.
Following the incident, the source disclosed that the school management has announced the cancellation of their computer-based and written examinations scheduled for today (Thursday).
“NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS
“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 exam, 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.
“Thank you for your understanding and cooperation,” the notice sighted by Tribune Online reads.
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The Police Public Relations Officer, Ogun State Command, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed to Tribune Online that there were reports of abduction in the Ipara axis of the state.
While the PPRO did not confirm the number of people abducted, he disclosed that personnel of the Nigeria Police, especially men of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, the Violent Crime Response Unit and other tactical teams, have been deployed to the area immediately.
When contacted, the Public Relations Officer of the Polytechnic promised to get back to our correspondent on the incident. (Nigerian Tribune)
