The Iseyin campus of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology has been shut down for a period of two (2) weeks following the death of a 200-level student of the school who was knocked down by a commercial vehicle
Immediately after the incident, students of the institution who were angered by the escape of the driver from the scene of the accident set the vehicle ablaze.
Olayinka Balogun,, the Registrar of the institution who confirmed the incident to journalists noted that the management of the institution has approved a two-weeks break sequel to the unfortunate incident.
He said, “The management of LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, deeply regrets to announce the tragic passing of a 200-level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics, who was fatally wounded by a hit-and-run driver in Iseyin.
“This heartbreaking incident has cast a shadow over our university community, and we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased.
“In light of this grievous loss, and in recognition of the emotional toll it has taken on our students and staff, the university management has approved a two-week suspension of academic activities at the Iseyin campus, effective immediately.
”Consequently, all students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources are to proceed on a two-week break.
“While students will be expected back in their classrooms on Monday, November 24, 2025, when academic activities resume, officers on essential services who may be required to be on duty will be informed in the usual manner.”
