PAAU Intensifies Anti-Cultism Drive, Arrests Two Students Over Alleged Cult Activities
Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, has arrested two more suspected cult members as part of its intensified campaign against cultism, with Vice-Chancellor Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman reaffirming the institution’s commitment to a safe and peaceful campus environment.
The management of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba, has intensified its crackdown on cultism and related criminal activities with the arrest of two additional students suspected of involvement in cult-related activities.
The latest arrests, carried out by the university’s joint security team, followed renewed efforts by the institution to eliminate criminal elements and restore a peaceful, secure academic environment after recent security concerns on campus.
The suspects identified as Fidelis Atuluku (Matric No. 2026SE1252) and Monday Okolo (Matric No. 2026SE1247) are both 100-level students of the Department of Social Studies/Education, Faculty of Education.
According to the university authorities, the duo were apprehended on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, following credible information received by the security team. They were reportedly found in possession of charms while on the university premises.
Preliminary investigation, according to the institution, revealed that the students admitted to being members of the Juris Confraternity, stating that their initiation into the group took place before gaining admission into the university.
The suspects have since been placed in the custody of relevant security authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Reacting to the development, the Vice-Chancellor of PAAU, Professor Salisu Ogbo Usman, reaffirmed the university’s determination to sustain its fight against cultism and other forms of criminal behaviour until peace and discipline are fully restored within the institution.
Professor Usman warned that the university would continue to deploy every legitimate measure necessary to protect students, staff, and the entire university community from activities capable of disrupting academic activities.
He urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and closely monitor the activities and associations of their children and wards, stressing that peer influence often plays a major role in exposing young people to destructive behaviours.
The Vice-Chancellor further disclosed that the university had opened an opportunity for students involved in cult-related activities to voluntarily renounce their membership, sign undertakings, and commit to a responsible lifestyle.
He explained that affected students willing to abandon such associations can approach the Office of the Chief Security Officer or the Office of the Dean, Student Affairs, for necessary guidance and support.
Professor Usman also revealed that the institution would soon organise a formal renunciation programme for students ready to publicly denounce cultism and embrace lawful conduct.
Commending the continued support of security agencies, religious leaders, traditional institutions, and concerned individuals, the Vice-Chancellor called for sustained collaboration in maintaining peace and security around the university environment.
He also encouraged students to support the ongoing security initiatives and remain committed to creating a campus atmosphere where teaching, learning, research, and personal development can thrive without fear.
The university management reiterated that the fight against cultism remains a collective responsibility and assured the university community that efforts would continue until all forms of criminal activities are completely eradicated.