The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) has announced the suspension of academic activities at the Iseyin Campus over the death of a 200-level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics who was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Iseyin.
This is contained in a statement signed by the University Registrar, Olayinka O. Balogun (Mrs.) on Friday, 7th November, 2025.
According to Olayinka, the incident is heartbreaking and the management extends its condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased.
The statement reads:
The Management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology ( LAUTECH), Ogbomoso deeply regret 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, 24th November, 2025 when academic activities resume, officers on essential services who may be required to be on duty will be informed in the usual manner.
We urge all students to remain safe, support one another, and honour the memory of their departed colleague.
Thank you.
