The management of University of Lagos has debunked earlier report of a student of the institution almost being kidnapped. 

According to the communication unit of the school, the incident was a case of social misconduct and physical assault between students, in which one party attempted to flee the scene and was apprehended by the University security towards the Onike gate axis of the University.

It was also disclosed that the case is being handled by the Security Unit and Division of Students Affairs.

The statement read; 

The Management, University of Lagos (UNILAG) wishes to inform the general public that the rumour about an attempted kidnap within the university campus is *FALSE*.

The incident was a case of social misconduct and physical assault between students, in which one party attempted to flee the scene and was apprehended by the University security towards the Onike gate axis of the University. The case is being handled by the Security Unit and Division of Students Affairs.

The Vice-Chancellor and University Management wish to assure our dear students, parents and the public that the security and safety of all students remain a priority at the University of Lagos.

Signed,

Communication Unit,

University of Lagos.