Posted by Chinenye on Tue 10th Nov, 2026 - tori.ng
A Nigerian university has temporarily stopped lectures following the tragic death of one of its students in an accident.
(Olabisi Onabanjo University. photo by Leadership News)
Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, has suspended lectures and other academic activities for two days after a 200 level Business Administration student died in an accident on Tuesday, 10 November.
The university's Deputy Registrar for Corporate Affairs, Wale Balogun, announced the decision in a statement on behalf of management.
Lectures and other academic work will stay suspended on Tuesday and Wednesday, and classes will resume on Thursday, 12 November.
The university said the break is a mark of respect and solidarity with the student's family and classmates.
The Vice-Chancellor, on behalf of the council, management, staff and students, sent condolences to the family, friends, course mates and lecturers.
Management asked students to stay calm, avoid rumours and graphic images on social media, and respect the family's privacy.
It also said it is committed to the safety and welfare of students on all its campuses.