Soldiers raid UNIOSUN hostels, assault students

Military personnel from the Army Depot in Osogbo reportedly stormed several hostels belonging to the University of Osun (UNIOSUN), causing panic among students.

The incident happened on Monday night, with the university alleging that the soldiers took away mobile phones belonging to some students during the operation.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday while visiting the affected hostels, the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Clement Adeboye, confirmed the incident.

He said the matter had already been reported to the management of the Army Depot for appropriate action.

“We have reported to the management of the depot. It is sad that the Army Depot, located close to the campus, which we felt would give us security cover, could eventually release men that will subject our students to this kind of harrowing experience,” Adeboye said.

Ademola Adesoji, spokesperson of the university, alleged that some female students were stripped by the military officers.

“Over 20 have already been identified as the victims. We counted the affected students. The soldiers came from Osogbo Army Depot. They assaulted the students,” he said.

“Some female students said they were stripped by the soldiers. They also said they were touched indecently. Some male students were also assaulted.”

Adesoji added that two students were hospitalised, while one was discharged on Tuesday morning.

“Over 60 gadgets, including phones, were seized from the students. Five of the perpetrators were identified and brought to the campus this morning,” Adesoji told Very Nigerian.

“But they were later returned to the military base. The army division said they would be dismissed.

“The VC has taken the matter up with the army authority. We can’t confirm the alleged rape yet.”

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