The Benue State Police Command has arrested a 500-level student of Fr Moses Adasu University, formerly known as Benue State University, for allegedly att@cking her female roommate with hot water.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Peter Aondongu, confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday, August 29, 2026, stating that an investigation had commenced to determine the circumstances that led to the disagreement between the two students.
“Yes, it happened yesterday, Friday, August 28, 2026. From the information I have, both students were staying in the same room and had an issue. The suspect allegedly boiled water, added salt and pepper, and poured the mixture on the victim and then locked her inside,” the PPRO said.
“After some time, people became aware of what had happened and were able to intervene and rescue the victim. She was subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment, while the suspect was arrested.
“I don’t have much information yet about the genesis of the disagreement or what led to the incident, but I can confirm that the incident happened. I also understand that both of them are students of the Benue State University.”
The Students’ Union President, Akighirga Vitalis, who led members of his executive to the hospital, also provided an account of the incident.
According to Vitalis, the victim, identified as Rose, explained that she had a disagreement with the suspect, identified as Felicia, which allegedly escalated into the violent attack.
He said the two students had been living together before disagreements over personal matters reportedly strained their relationship.
Expressing concern over the victim’s condition and condemning the alleged attack, Vitalis described the incident as “a grave and unacceptable assault on the life and well-being of a fellow student.”
“We are deeply concerned about this incident. The Students’ Union will follow this matter closely until justice prevails,” he said.
The Students’ Union president assured students that the union would engage with the relevant authorities and monitor the ongoing investigation, as well as any disciplinary proceedings that may arise within the university.
Vitalis added that if the allegations against Felicia are established through due process, the Students’ Union would support the application of appropriate sanctions under the university’s regulations, including expulsion where warranted.
“The Students’ Union will not condone violence or any conduct capable of endangering the life of another student,” Vitalis added.