Six male students of Adamawa State Polytechnic have claimed that their private parts were stolen by two strangers who visited the campus on Monday.
The incident sparked a violent protest by the students, who blocked a major road and attempted to lynch the suspects.
According to eyewitness account, the strangers shook hands with the students and allegedly caused their private parts to shrink to the size of a matchstick.
The affected students raised an alarm and attracted the attention of other students, who quickly surrounded the strangers and demanded that they reverse the effect.
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However, the intervention of security agents, including the military, police, and civil defense, prevented the students from taking the law into their own hands. The security personnel dispersed the angry crowd and restored order on the road. They also arrested the suspects and took them to the police station.
The spokesperson of Adamawa State Polytechnic, Albert Matilah, confirmed the occurrence of the incident. He said that the polytechnic authorities were aware of the rumors of private part snatchers in town and had alerted the students to be vigilant.
He also said that Adamawa polytechnic was investigating the matter and would cooperate with the police to ensure that justice was done.
Matilah appealed to the students to remain calm and not to engage in any form of violence or vandalism.
He assured them that the polytechnic was committed to their welfare and security.
He also urged them to report any suspicious activity or person to the appropriate authorities.