A 28-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stealing electrical bulbs and other appliances from a classroom at the Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP), Plateau State.
The suspect, was apprehended by the university’s security team on Wednesday during a heavy downpour.
The school confirmed the incident through its deputy director of Information and Public Relations, Charles Nda Homsuk.
According to him, the suspect was arrested following the swift intervention of security personnel, who foiled the alleged theft and recovered the stolen electrical items.
He said the suspect had been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution, while reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding lives and property on campus.
The vice chancellor, Prof. Noel Wannang, commended the chief security officer, Wing Commander Paul Maimako Yusuf (rtd.) and members of the university’s security unit for their vigilance, bravery and professionalism.
Wannang said the prompt response of the security personnel prevented the alleged theft and underscored the effectiveness of the institution’s security architecture.
The VC praised members of the university’s security unit, hunters engaged for night patrols and other stakeholders for their collaborative efforts in strengthening security across the campus.
He assured the security personnel that their commitment, loyalty and outstanding service would be duly recognised and rewarded.
Wannang also urged students, staff and other members of the university community to remain law-abiding, refrain from all forms of criminal activity, and promptly report suspicious persons, unusual movements or security threats to the university’s Security Department.
The university reiterated its commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment for teaching, learning and research, assuring staff, students and visitors that adequate measures have been put in place to protect lives and property on campus.
