A student of the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education in Rivers State has been shot by suspected cultists on campus. The incident happened on Wednesday, exactly 48 hours after two rival cult groups clashed on the same campus, sending students into a frenzy. PUNCH Metro reports that the student, who is currently fighting for his life in a hospital, was allegedly shot by the cultists while on campus. According to a source close to the victim, the student's close friends are contributing money to raise funds for his surgery. A viral video circulating online shows the injured student lying on a hospital bed and being carried into the institution's campus by his coursemates. Spokesperson of the Rivers State Police Command, Blessing Agabe, confirmed the earlier clash involving two suspected cult groups and promised to investigate the incident. Blessing had yet to provide any update on the Wednesday shooting as of the time of filing this report. The management of the university has suspended all remaining activities for the Students' Union Government Week and directed students to return to their classrooms on Thursday, August 13, 2026, for normal academic activities.

‘We have suspended all activities for the Students’ Union Government Week with immediate effect. Students are advised to return to classes on Thursday, August 13th, 2026, for normal academic activities,’ a statement from the Registrar of the institution, Dr Chinonye Ajie, read.

Dr Chinonye is the Registrar of the school and is responsible for overseeing the administrative duties of the institution. Blessing Agabe is the spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command and has been involved in several high-profile press conferences in the past.

Key Facts

  • The student was shot by suspected cultists on campus.
  • The incident comes 48 hours after rival cult groups clashed on the same campus.
  • The student was rushed to a hospital for treatment.
  • The management of the university has suspended all activities for the Students’ Union Government Week.
  • Students are advised to return to their classrooms on Thursday, August 13, 2026, for normal academic activities.

The suspension of activities for the Students’ Union Government Week is a measure to prevent further clashes and ensure the safety of students. The management of the university is taking the situation seriously and is working hard to ensure that students are safe. The police are also working hard to investigate the incident and bring the perpetrators to justice.

The incident is a tragic reminder of the dangers of cultism in our schools and the need for students to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The management of the university is urging students to desist from any actions that could undermine their academic pursuits and threaten the peace and security of the university.