Policeman injured as students attack station over raids

Apoliceman was injured as some aggrieved students of the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, attacked the divisional police station in the town.

The action of the students, it was gathered, followed persistent raids by operatives of the NDLEA and EFCC over alleged drug and cyber fraud-related activities.

Several viral videos of the incident seen by our correspondent showed students running for safety with gunshots in the background.

EFCC operatives had conducted a sting operation in the school community on Wednesday where 48 students and two others were arrested.

The NDLEA further raided the school community 24 hours later to also arrest some of the students, a development that was resisted by the students which led to the fracas.

Some of the students took to several social media platforms to express their worries and apprehension over the situation.

They also reportedly stormed the school gate to protest the act and the arrest of their colleagues.

The university registrar, Dr Kikelomo W. Sallee, confirmed the development in a statement on Friday, adding that peace had been restored to the area and no life was lost.

On his part, the state

Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Toun EjireAdeyemi, confirmed that a policeman was injured in the melee.

He said, “Meanwhile, the DPO Shao Division and three other tactical teams are presently on ground to support the efforts in de-escalating the situation.

“The CP urged all students of KWASU involved in this act to exercise some restraints and work towards resolving issues through peaceful dialogue.”