# Death of National Open University of Nigeria Bursar

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-national-open-university-of-nigeria-bursar
> Updated: 2026-09-08T23:51:28.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2.

Nasiru Gusau Marafa, the Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), was shot dead in Zamfara State while returning from the state capital, Gusau. The university confirmed the incident on September 6, 2026, describing Marafa as a dedicated administrator who had held the position since September 2022.

Following the death, the university appointed Ramatu Ibrahim, the former Deputy Bursar of Treasury, as Acting Bursar to maintain financial administration. The appointment was approved by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Uduma Uduma and Pro-Chancellor Malam Isa Yuguda. The institution declared a three-day mourning period for the late official.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: National Open University of Nigeria appoints acting bursar

The National Open University of Nigeria has appointed Ramatu Ibrahim as Acting Bursar following the death of Nasir Marafa, who was reportedly shot dead in Zamfara State.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-open-university-of-nigeria-appoints-acting-bursar

### 2026-09-06: National Open University of Nigeria Bursar shot dead in Zamfara

Nasiru Gusau Marafa, the Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria, was shot dead while returning from Gusau, Zamfara State, on September 6, 2026.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/national-open-university-of-nigeria-bursar-killed-in-zamfara-shooting

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