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Intensive Search Launched for Missing FUT Minna Lecturer in Bida, Niger State
The family of Malam Alkali Buhari, a distinguished academic at the Federal University of Technology (FUT) Minna, has raised urgent alarms following his unexplained disappearance in Bida, Niger State.
Malam Buhari was last seen after completing his teaching responsibilities on Monday, January 12, 2026, but has since failed to return home, sparking widespread concern.
Detailed Account of the Day Malam Buhari Vanished
On the morning of January 12, Malam Buhari left Bida at around 8:57 AM, en route to FUT Minna’s Gidan Gwanru Campus to deliver his scheduled lectures. Throughout the day, he maintained regular contact with his family, reassuring them of his whereabouts.
At precisely 3:21 PM, he informed his wife that his lectures had concluded and that he was heading toward the campus exit to find transportation back to Bida.
However, when his wife attempted to reach him again around 4:00 PM, the call connected but went unanswered, lasting only 11 seconds. Shortly after this, his phone became unreachable, and all subsequent attempts to contact him have failed.
Family Appeals for Community Support and Information
With no clues about Malam Buhari’s current location, his family is urgently requesting assistance from the public. They encourage anyone with information or who may have seen him to report immediately to the nearest law enforcement agency or contact the family directly via these numbers: 08039293187, 08030826345, 09032377027, and 08061317223.
The Critical Role of Public Vigilance in Missing Persons Cases
Recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics reveals a troubling 15% increase in missing person reports across Nigeria within the last year, underscoring the growing need for community involvement in such cases.
For instance, the 2025 disappearance of a university lecturer in Kaduna was successfully resolved through the combined efforts of family members, local authorities, and vigilant citizens. This example highlights how collective action can be pivotal in locating missing individuals swiftly and safely.
