FUNAAB Mourns as 300-Level Student Dies from Sickle Cell Complications

The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State, is mourning the death of a 300-level student, Oluyemi Benjamin Oluwadamilare, who reportedly died following complications related to sickle cell disease.

Oluwadamilare, a student of Plant Physiology and Crop Production (PPCP), died on Wednesday evening, October 28, 2026, according to an announcement by the university’s Students’ Union Government (SUG).

The union announced his death in a post on X on Thursday, expressing sadness over the loss and extending condolences to his family, friends, coursemates and other members of the university community.

Describing his passing as a painful loss to FUNAAB, the SUG prayed for strength and comfort for those affected by his death.

In a follow-up announcement on Friday, October 30, the union invited students to a candlelight session in his honour at the College of Plant Science and Crop Production (COPLANT).

The gathering was scheduled for 6:00 p.m., giving members of the university community an opportunity to pay their last respects to their late colleague.

The union concluded its announcement with a prayer for the repose of his soul.