A tragic motor accident has resulted in the deaths of two students from Al-Ansar University, Maiduguri, Borno State. The victims, identified as Ahmad Abdul Karim Maaji and Habib Bakura Alkali Habib, were both in their fourth year of study at the institution. The fatal incident occurred on Sunday, October 11, 2026, while they were traveling along the Bama-Maiduguri road after visiting His Royal Highness, the Shehu of Bama, Dr. Umar Kyari Umar El-Kanemi.

The Vice-Chancellor of Al-Ansar University, Professor Fanna Inna Abdulrahman, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the two promising students. In a statement released on Monday, October 12, the Vice-Chancellor conveyed heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased, acknowledging the profound impact of their deaths on the university community.

"The passing of these promising young students is a great loss to their families and the entire University community," the statement read. Professor Abdulrahman also prayed for the families to find strength in this difficult time and for the departed students to be granted eternal peace.

The university community is mourning the loss of Maaji and Habib, who were well-regarded among their peers and faculty. Their untimely deaths have left a void that will be felt deeply by their classmates and the staff.

In light of this tragedy, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized the importance of supporting one another during such trying times, urging the community to come together in remembrance of the lives lost. The university has also encouraged students to seek support from counselors and mental health services available on campus as they navigate their grief.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of road travel, particularly in regions where road safety can be a concern. The university community and the families of the deceased continue to seek solace and strength as they cope with this heartbreaking loss.