The management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Iseyin campus, has announced a two-week suspension of academic activities after a 200-level student was killed by an unidentified commercial driver along the Iseyin–Saki Road in Oyo State.
According to reports, the deceased was a student of the Department of Agricultural Economics and died after being hit on Friday morning.
Following the incident, protesting students reportedly set the commercial vehicle on fire after the driver fled the scene.
Confirming the development on Saturday, the university’s Registrar, Olayinka Balogun, said the suspension was approved by the management in response to the tragic event.
He said, “The management of LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, deeply regrets to announce the tragic passing of a 200-level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics, who was fatally wounded by a hit-and-run driver in Iseyin.
“This heartbreaking incident has 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, November 24, 2025, when academic activities resume, officers on essential services who may be required to be on duty will be informed in the usual manner.”
Balogun urged all students to remain safe, support one another, and honour the memory of their departed colleague.
