A student of Lagos State University, Otabor Boluwatife Joseph, has died after sustaining injuries during an armed robbery attack in the Iba area of Lagos.
LASU confirmed his death in an official statement on Thursday, signed by the institution’s Acting Coordinator of the Centre for Information and Public Relations, Olaniyi Jeariogbe.
According to the university, the attack happened off campus on the night of Friday, May 29, 2026, when Otabor and his friends were targeted by armed robbers.
Otabor, who studied History and International Studies in the Faculty of Arts, was hospitalised after the incident. He passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
The statement read: “The Management of Lagos State University (LASU) received with profound sadness the news of the death of one of its students, OTABOR Boluwatife Joseph (Matric No. 240341269) of the Department of History and International Studies, Faculty of Arts, following injuries sustained during an armed robbery attack in the Iba area of Lagos.”
The university said the Acting Dean of Students’ Affairs, Dr. Abiodun Fatai-Abatan, quickly provided support once the incident was reported and kept in contact with medical personnel throughout his treatment.
Following his death, LASU representatives met with his family, officials of the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH), and law enforcement authorities.
The Vice-Chancellor, Distinguished Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, extended condolences to the family on behalf of the entire university community.
“On behalf of the Management, staff, students, and the entire University community, the Vice-Chancellor extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult and painful time.”
LASU said it is actively cooperating with security agencies to ensure that those responsible for the attack are identified and brought to justice.
The statement concluded: “We also pray that the soul of OTABOR Boluwatife Joseph rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
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