Protest as hit-and-run driver kills LAUTECH student, school suspends academic activities for two weeks

The Ladoke Akintola University (LAUTECH), Iseyin campus, has been throwing into a mourning mood following the death of a 200 level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics of the Institution.

The victim whose name is yet to be made public was fatally wounded by a hit and run driver in Iseyin.

The incident has sparked off protest as the students took over the major streets in protest against the killings

The situation has resulted in the closure of the institution for two weeks by the management.

Confirming the situation in a statement, the Registrar of the institution, Mrs Olayinka Balogun stated the management has approved a 2-week suspension of the activities at the Iseyin campus following the death of the victim.

In the statement Mrs Balogun stated that the incident had “…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.”