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A report claiming that a woman caught and locked a 100-level student in a room with her husband is currently circulating on social media, causing widespread discussion among residents of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi (JOSTUM).
The claim was shared on Facebook by the group BENUE-FAMILY-FOR-UNITY, with the post asking “How true is this information going round???” while tagging the trending hashtags #JOSTUM and #Confirm.
According to the post, the alleged incident is “happening now in JOSTUM.” It was accompanied by two photographs showing a large crowd of people gathered in what appears to be a rural or semi-urban community with traditional thatched-roof houses and a block building. A motorcycle is also visible in one of the images.
As of the time of the post, no official confirmation or detailed account of the incident has been provided by university authorities or security agencies. Many people who saw the post are seeking verification, with some questioning the authenticity of the story.
JOSTUM, formerly known as the Federal University of Agriculture Makurdi, has in the past witnessed various student-related incidents, but details surrounding this particular claim remain unverified and sketchy.
The post has triggered heated debates online, with users demanding more evidence or an official statement from the university management or the Benue State Police Command to clarify the situation.
Incidents of this nature, whether true or exaggerated, often spread rapidly on social media in Benue State, sometimes leading to tension or misinformation. At present, there is no independent confirmation from credible sources regarding the alleged incident involving the 100-level student.
Authorities at Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi and relevant security agencies are yet to issue any statement on the matter. Residents and students have been advised to exercise caution and avoid spreading unverified information that could cause unnecessary panic or unrest.
