A 17-year-old student from the Federal Government Science and Technical College (FGSTC) in Doma, Nasarawa State, has gone missing. The student, Miss Mercy Dauda, was last seen after attending a Young Catholic Students (YCS) convention at Madonna Girls College in Tudun Kauri, Lafia LGA.

Mercy was last seen on Thursday around 2 p.m. after a classmate accompanied her to board a tricycle at the Tudun Kauri junction. Her intended destination was Sabon Pegi in Lafia, but she has not been heard from since.

Mercy’s father, Mr. Philip Dauda, expressed his deep concern and shock, noting that his daughter has always been disciplined and responsible. “Mercy is never known for staying away from home except when she goes to school as a boarding student,” he said. “She is a decent and disciplined girl who only leaves home for church or school. I am sure wherever Mercy is right now, she is disturbed about being away from home.”

The family has reported the situation to the police and is praying for her safe return. They have also reached out to the public, asking anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact them at 08064180405 or 08036929807, or to inform the nearest police station.

However, when contacted, the police spokesman in the state, DSP Ramhan Nansel, stated that the command is unaware of any report filed regarding Mercy’s disappearance.

The entire community is hopeful for Mercy’s safe return as the search continues. Her family, friends, and the school community are deeply concerned and urging anyone with any information to come forward.