The University of Abuja has appealed to the public for urgent assistance in locating a missing student, Sadiya Usman, a 100-level undergraduate of the Department of Accounting.
According to a statement signed by Dr Habib Yakoob, Acting Director, Information and University Relations, Sadiya, who bears matriculation number 25/207ACC/1513, was declared missing after she left her residence at Kontagora Estate, Gwagwalada, at about 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
She was reportedly en route to the university’s Main Campus to sit for her Computer-Based Test (GST 111) examination but has not been seen or heard from since.
A report submitted by her guardian indicated that repeated attempts to reach her have been unsuccessful, as her phone line remains unreachable and her current whereabouts are unknown.
The university disclosed that it has activated internal safety protocols and is collaborating with relevant security agencies to facilitate a prompt and safe resolution of the matter.
Members of the public with any information regarding her location are urged to contact the nearest police station or report to the Directorate of Safety at the university.
For urgent information, the following contact numbers have been provided: 08038739945 (Dr Mohammed M. Yelwa) and 09036836734 (University of Abuja).
The university community expressed deep concern over the student’s safety and appealed for timely information that could assist in ensuring her safe return. The institution reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and security of all students and pledged to provide updates as they become available.
