Management dismisses reports of student’s death, says roommates’ intervention prevented a possible tragedy.
The management of Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has confirmed that a student seen in a viral video attempting to jump through the window of a university hostel is alive and receiving medical treatment.
The university dismissed media reports suggesting that the unidentified student had died following the incident, which reportedly occurred at one of the institution’s residential facilities.
In a statement signed by its Associate Vice President, Communication, Media and Branding, Johnson Akintayo, the university said the student was responding positively to treatment at its teaching hospital.
“Contrary to reports suggesting that the student may have died, we wish to assure the public that he is responding positively to treatment and is receiving the necessary medical care,” Akintayo stated.
The statement explained that the incident was brought under control through the prompt intervention of the student’s roommates, whose actions prevented what could have been a more tragic outcome.
However, the student and one of his rescuers sustained injuries during the incident and were immediately taken for medical attention.
The university disclosed that the injured student’s parents had been contacted and were already on campus to support him during his recovery.
It added that the roommate who sustained injuries while attempting to rescue him had been treated and discharged.
Meanwhile, the institution said it had commenced an investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to the management, the investigation would help determine what happened, identify possible contributing factors and establish appropriate measures to prevent a recurrence.
The university urged members of the public and media organisations to refrain from circulating unverified information or speculating about the causes of the incident while investigations remain ongoing.
It also assured the public that beyond providing medical attention, it was committed to supporting the student’s full recovery and well-being through appropriate care and guidance.
“Babcock University takes the safety, health and welfare of its students and employees seriously. We remain committed to providing a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where students can learn, grow, receive mentorship and realise their full potential,” the statement added.
The management appreciated members of the public, parents, alumni and the wider university community for their concern, particularly commending the courage and quick intervention of the student’s roommates.
It appealed for sensitivity and restraint in discussing the incident out of respect for the student and his family, assuring that it would continue to monitor his recovery and take necessary steps to establish the facts surrounding the incident.