The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has suspended all academic activities at its Iseyin Campus following the tragic death of a 200-level student from the Department of Agricultural Economics. The student reportedly lost his life after being hit by a reckless driver who fled the scene in Iseyin.
In a statement signed by the University Registrar, Mrs. Olayinka O. Balogun, on Friday, November 7, 2025, the management described the incident as heartbreaking and expressed deep sorrow over the loss. She conveyed the institution’s condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased, noting that the tragedy had cast a shadow over the entire university community.
The Registrar stated that the university deeply regrets the incident, emphasizing that the emotional impact on students and staff warranted immediate action. Consequently, the management has approved a two-week suspension of academic activities at the Iseyin Campus to allow the university community to mourn and recover from the shock.
According to the statement, all students of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources are to proceed on a two-week break with academic activities scheduled to resume on Monday, November 24, 2025. However, officers on essential duties who may be required to work during the break will be duly informed through the appropriate channels.
While urging students to remain calm and supportive of one another during this difficult period, the university advised them to honour the memory of their late colleague by staying safe and upholding the values of the institution.