Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, has increased security on its campus after a non-student was killed in a bush behind the school.
The acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olowo Samuel, told journalists on Thursday, August 21, 2025, that the killing forced the university management to introduce tougher safety rules. These include restricting entry into the campus and stopping students and visitors without proper identification from driving vehicles into the school.
“We had to engage the services of armed men after a resident, who is not a student, was killed in one of the bushes behind the school,” Samuel said. “The school gathered that his peers killed him over a disagreement involving money, and we reported the matter to the police who took swift action and arrested some suspects in connection with the killing.”
He explained that some youths from nearby communities had previously driven into the school to intimidate security staff, a situation that made tighter security measures necessary.
Samuel noted that the decision had the backing of the university’s governing council. “After thorough deliberations, the management of the school decided to stop students and unauthorised visitors from bringing vehicles into the school to maintain peace and order,” he said.
According to him, the security measures have helped restore calm on campus.
The vice chancellor also said the institution was recently recognised for its stable environment. He revealed that Edo Foundation Inc. named AAU winner of the Niger Delta Award for the Most Peaceful Educational Institution in Nigeria.
“I was also honoured with the Niger Delta Peace Ambassador Award for my leadership and commitment to peace, excellence and growth,” he added.
