A 400-level Public Administration student at the University of Benin (UNIBEN), identified as Desmond Rukevwe Emuobonuvie aka Mayor, has been shot dead by gunmen suspected to be cultists.

Diamond, a Kegite Chief, was attacked and shot three times in the face on Monday night, April 3, 2023.

It was gathered that the unfortunate incident occurred in one of the school’s hostels called Hall 3. According to reports, there’s currently tension in the school as students fear for their safety.