Abducted Army Varsity Professor Dies in Terrorist Captivity in Maiduguri

A Professor from the Army Varsity in Maiduguri, Nigeria, who was abducted by terrorists on March 3, 2025, has passed away while in captivity. The funeral prayers for the deceased were conducted in absentia at the Ngomari Old Airport Juma Mosque, with hundreds of sympathizers from the academic community in attendance.

The professor's family confirmed the death, expressing gratitude for the support received during the ordeal. It was reported that the professor had been ill during the nearly year-long captivity.

The exact circumstances of the death and whether ransom demands were made by the terrorists remain unconfirmed. The funeral prayers took place around 2:00 p.m. on a Thursday near the professor's residence.