Monday, May 11, 2026 - A 100-level student of the Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), identified as Favour Olaniyi, has d!ed after allegedly consuming a poisonous substance suspected to be an insecticide.
The deceased was found lifeless near his off-campus
residence on Saturday, May 9, 2026 by some of his colleagues, who alleged that
he took his own life.
The university confirmed the incident in a statement issued
by its Director of Corporate Communication and Protocol, Adegbenro Adebanjo,
but did not state whether it was a su!cide case.
The institution expressed deep sadness over the incident.
“After the incident was brought to the attention of the
university management, the university security apparatus immediately informed
the police,” the statement read.
“Officers from the force were dispatched to the scene, while
medical officials from the university and security operatives coordinated the
evacuation of the body to the morgue.
“The parents of the student have since been informed about
the unfortunate development.”
He further disclosed that the police had commenced an
investigation into the circumstances surrounding the d3ath, noting that the
university was fully cooperating with security agencies.
Adebanjo also said the institution had begun providing
counselling support for students who may have been affected by the incident.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with his parents and
family members at this very difficult time,” the statement read.
The university reiterated the readiness of its Student
Affairs Division to support students facing emotional or personal challenges,
urging them to seek counselling and guidance when necessary.
Meanwhile, the incident has sparked renewed concern among
students and residents over mental health challenges, emotional distress, and
academic pressure in tertiary institutions, with calls for stronger awareness
and support systems for student.
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