An undergraduate of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Boluwatife Joseph Otabor has died from injuries he received during an armed robbery attack, reports thegazellenews.com
Thegazellenews.com gathered that Boluwatife, a student the institution’s Department of History and International Studies, and some of his colleagues were attacked by armed robbers on the night of Friday, 29 May, 2026.
Thegazellenews.com learnt that the incident took place in the Iba community.
The matter was brought to the notice of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello by the acting Dean of Students’ Affairs, Dr Abiodun Fatai-Abatan.
Despite efforts of the institution’s management for him to get adequate medical attention, Boluwatife died on Tuesday, 2 June, 2026.
The management of LASU expressed shock at the eventual demise of Boluwatife, extending condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased.
“On behalf of the Management, staff, students, and the entire University community, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola OLATUNJI-BELLO, mni, NPOM, extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult and painful time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they mourn this tragic loss,” a statement by Chief Public Relations Officer of the institution, Olaniyi Jeariogbe, said.
According to the statement, “available information indicates that the unfortunate incident occurred off campus on the night of Friday, 29th May 2026, when the deceased and his friends were attacked by armed robbers. Upon receiving reports of the incident, the University, through the Acting Dean, Students’ Affairs, Dr Abiodun FATAI-ABATAN immediately provided support, escalated the matter to the Vice-Chancellor, and maintained contact with relevant medical personnel involved in his treatment. The University also monitored developments closely throughout the period of his hospitalisation.
“Following the sad news of his passing on Tuesday, 2nd June 2026, representatives of the University engaged with his family, officials of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), and law enforcement authorities. The University is actively cooperating with security agencies to ensure that the circumstances surrounding the attack are thoroughly investigated and those responsible are brought to justice.
“The University, again, condoles with the family and all who knew him and prays that the Almighty God will give them the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. We also pray that the soul of OTABOR Boluwatife Joseph rest in perfect peace. Amen”.
