By Our Reporter
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has announced the sudden death of its University Bursar, Mallam Nasiru Gusau Marafa, who reportedly died on Sunday, September 6, 2026.
According to an official notice issued by the University, Marafa was reportedly shot while returning from Gusau.
The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the Governing Council, Management, Senate, staff and students of NOUN, expressed deep sorrow over the death of the University Bursar, describing his demise as a profound loss to the university community.
Marafa was described as a dedicated and committed staff member who served the institution meritoriously and occupied various positions of responsibility during his career.
He was appointed Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria in September 2026, a position he assumed with a strong sense of duty and commitment to the advancement of the institution.
The University mourned him as a distinguished colleague, dedicated administrator and valued member of the NOUN family, while extending condolences to his immediate family, relatives, friends, colleagues and other members of the university community.
The institution said further information on burial arrangements would be communicated when details are released by the family.
The statement was signed by Oladipo Adetayo Ajayi, Registrar and Secretary to Council.
The University prayed that Almighty Allah forgive the deceased’s shortcomings, grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus, and give his family, friends, colleagues and the entire NOUN community the strength to bear the loss.
