On 10 November 2026, a 200‑level student at Olabisi Onabanjo University in Ago‑Iwoye, Ogun State, died after falling from a campus shuttle bus, prompting the university to suspend all lectures and academic activities for two days.
What immediate measures did the university implement?
The university’s management issued a statement, signed by Wale Balogun on behalf of the Deputy Registrar, Corporate Affairs Division, confirming that lectures would be cancelled on Tuesday, 10 November, and Wednesday, 11 November, with normal classes set to resume on Thursday, 12 November. Vice‑Chancellor Professor Ayodeji Agboola expressed condolences to the deceased’s family, friends, classmates and lecturers, and urged students to stay calm, avoid speculation and refrain from sharing unverified information or graphic images on social media.
What does the Students' Union claim happened?
In a separate communique signed by President Kehinde Bamgbose, General Secretary Olajire Emmanuel and Public Relations Officer Olamide Salau, the union alleged that the student fell after a dispute over seating on a moving shuttle bus near the university gate. According to the union, an unidentified individual occupied the seat previously used by the student, sparking an argument. The driver allegedly told the student to hold onto the vehicle as it continued moving, resulting in the student’s fall before the bus reached Mosque Junction. The student was taken unconscious to the university’s Mini Campus Health Centre, where he died minutes later.
What concerns did the union raise about the health centre’s response?
The union asserted that staff at the health centre demanded the student’s identification card before providing treatment, a requirement they described as unacceptable in an emergency. They called for a thorough investigation into the driver’s conduct, the safety of campus transport, and the health centre’s handling of the incident.
How did the university address safety and welfare?
The university reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property across all campuses and emphasized that student welfare remains a top priority. While the suspension provides a period for mourning and reflection, it also allows the administration to review transport protocols and emergency response procedures.
What are the next steps?
Both the university administration and the Students' Union have indicated that an inquiry will be launched to determine the exact circumstances of the tragedy and to recommend measures that prevent similar occurrences in the future. The outcome of this investigation will shape future policies on campus transportation safety and emergency medical response.