A yet-to-be-identified student of Babcock University in Ogun State was rescued on Sunday, November 8, after attempting to take his own life. Videos circulating online showed the moment the student was pulled to safety by his peers as he attempted to jump from a three-storey building on campus. While the exact reason behind the suicide attempt remains unclear, the swift intervention of his colleagues successfully prevented a tragedy.
Confirming the incident to LIB, the Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, stated that the student was rescued alive and is currently receiving medical attention and psychological support at the university's clinic.
The incident has drawn widespread concern over student welfare and mental health support on Nigerian campuses. Campus suicide attempts are not uncommon in Nigeria, with several universities reporting similar cases in recent years. Experts have called for stronger mental health resources and awareness campaigns to address the growing crisis.