The management of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye, has declared Thursday a lecture-free day following the tragic killing of a student during an armed robbery attack in the host community.
The decision was announced in an official statement released by the institution’s Deputy Registrar and Head of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Niyi Oduwole, after the violent incident that occurred in Ago-Iwoye in the early hours of Thursday.
According to the statement, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ayodeji Agboola, acting on behalf of the University Senate, directed the suspension of all academic activities for the day to enable students mourn their colleague whose life was cut short in the attack.
The university expressed deep sorrow over the incident, extending condolences to the bereaved family while assuring students that the institution is taking the matter seriously. Management stated that it would collaborate with security agencies to strengthen surveillance and improve safety within the university environment and surrounding communities.
While urging students to remain peaceful and avoid actions capable of worsening the situation, the university reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the student body during the difficult period and ensuring that measures are put in place to prevent a recurrence of such a tragedy.
