Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Jos, Plateau State — Abel Gershon, a 300‑level Building student at the University of Jos (UNIJOS), has died after battling injuries sustained during the March 29 attack in the Angwan Rukuba community of Jos North Local Government Area. Gershon had been receiving intensive care at Jos University Teaching Hospital following the assault, which left at least 28 people dead and many others wounded.
The attack occurred in the early evening when armed assailants on motorcycles opened fire at a busy bar and surrounding streets, causing panic among residents and students. Gershon and fellow student Patrick Ishaya, along with Duguryil Ufialas Daniel, a hall officer, were among those critically injured and hospitalized. Despite medical efforts, Gershon’s condition worsened, and he passed away after several days in intensive care.
The University of Jos confirmed the death and expressed condolences to Gershon’s family, preparing for burial arrangements in line with local customs. His passing comes amid a wider context of insecurity in the region, which had already claimed the life of another student, Adeyemo Temitope, a 500‑level Quantity Surveying student, who was found dead under circumstances linked to the broader security challenges in Jos.
In response to the attack, the Plateau State government imposed a 48‑hour curfew in Jos North to prevent further violence, while universities suspended examinations and advised students and staff to stay indoors. Several state governments organised evacuations of their students from UNIJOS due to safety concerns.
Religious and community groups, including Jama’atu Nasril Islam, have been involved in funeral rites and have called for calm and peace, emphasizing unity amid the tragedy. The Plateau State government has pledged to support treatment for the injured and ensure dignified burials for the deceased, while security agencies continue investigations to apprehend those responsible.
The death of Abel Gershon underscores the human cost of ongoing insecurity in Plateau State and has prompted calls for strengthened security measures, better coordination between federal and state forces, and proactive community protection to prevent further loss of life.
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