Babcock University Confirms Student Alive After Hostel Incident, Begins Investigation
Babcock University has confirmed that a student involved in an incident at one of its residential halls is alive and responding positively to treatment at the institution’s teaching hospital in Ogun State.
The university disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, November 9, following conflicting reports about the student’s condition after the incident, which occurred on Sunday, November 8, at its Ilishan-Remo campus.
According to the management, the situation was brought under control through the timely intervention of the student’s roommates, whose efforts prevented what could have resulted in a more tragic outcome.
The institution explained that the affected student and one of the roommates who participated in the rescue sustained injuries and were immediately taken to the hospital for medical attention.
While the injured rescuer has received treatment and been discharged, the affected student remains under medical supervision at Babcock University Teaching Hospital.
The management also disclosed that the student’s parents had been contacted and were already on campus to support him during his treatment.
The statement, signed by the university’s Associate Vice-President of Communication, Media and Branding, Johnson B. Akintayo, said an investigation had commenced to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to the university, the investigation would help determine what happened, identify possible contributing factors and guide measures to prevent a recurrence.
Management urged members of the public and media organisations to exercise restraint and avoid circulating unverified information or attributing causes to the incident while investigations remain ongoing.
The university also commended the roommates for their courage and prompt intervention, acknowledging their role in preventing a potentially tragic outcome.
It assured the public that it remained committed to supporting the affected student’s recovery and providing appropriate guidance and assistance.
The incident attracted attention after videos circulated on social media showing fellow students attempting to restrain the undergraduate near a hostel window.
Although some online accounts subsequently claimed that the student had died, the university’s statement confirmed that he survived and was receiving medical attention.
The institution appealed for sensitivity in public discussions about the incident, particularly out of respect for the affected student and his family.
It reiterated its commitment to the physical, emotional and social well-being of members of its university community.
