The Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba, has stated that it is still investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Olabode Ibikunle, a lecturer in the Department of Social Science Education.
Ibikunle reportedly passed away last Thursday while in the company of one Miss Glory Ojochegbe, a student of the same department.
The university management has debunked circulating rumours linking his death to another student, Miss Bello Lubabat, cautioning the public to await the official outcome of the ongoing investigation by the appropriate authorities.
In a statement issued Friday, the Registrar, Yahaya Alilu, appealed to the media and general public to avoid speculation and refrain from making premature conclusions.
The statement reads: “Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba expresses deep sorrow over the unfortunate passing of Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, a lecturer in the Department of Social Science Education.”
“His sudden demise in company of Miss Glory Ojochegbe Samuel (24GE2034) of the same department is a tragic and disturbing occurrence that understandably generated public concern and interest.”
“The university wishes to state that the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle is currently under investigation by the appropriate authorities.”
“We therefore kindly urge the public and the media to refrain from speculations or drawing premature conclusions until the facts are fully established.”
“We are also aware of some unverified reports linking the names of other students including Miss Bello Yahaya Lubabat of the Department of Educational Administration and Planning, to the incident.”
“The university firmly dissociates Miss Bello and other students from the matter and cautions against the spread of unfounded information that may harm the reputation of innocent persons.”
“Prince Abubakar Audu University remains committed to upholding the value of truth, fairness and justice, and we respectfully appeal for restraint and responsible reportage as investigation continues.”
