Tragedy struck the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, as a student identified as Babalola Marvelous Ishola was confirmed dead after being shot during a sign-out celebration.
According to local sources, Babalola’s lifeless body was discovered by the roadside around 5:38 p.m., prompting a swift response from security operatives. A preliminary search of his belongings at the scene led to his identification.
The Dean of Student Affairs at LAUTECH confirmed that the deceased was a bonafide student of the institution. His body has since been deposited at the LAUTECH University Teaching Hospital morgue for preservation.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the campus community, with many expressing grief over what was supposed to be a celebratory moment turned tragic.
In response to the incident, the Oyo State Police Command dispatched its Monitoring Unit, which launched a sting operation that led to the arrest of 16 suspects believed to be connected to the shooting.
Police spokespersons say investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive and full circumstances surrounding the killing. Authorities have also pledged to bring those responsible to justice.
Meanwhile, students and staff have called for increased security and better regulation of graduation-related celebrations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.