Student at OOU killed in shooting by suspected robbers

By James Ogunnaike

Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, entered a state of mourning on Thursday after a 100‑level student was killed by suspected armed robbers.

The victim, Lawanson Anthony Abiodun, was enrolled in the Department of Arts and Social Science Education.

The fatal incident took place during an armed robbery in Ago‑Iwoye township, shocking the university community and leading the administration to suspend all academic activities for the day in tribute to the deceased.

A statement from the university, signed by spokesman Mr. Niyi Oduwole, conveyed the Vice‑Chancellor, Prof. Ayodeji Agboola’s, deep sorrow and offered condolences to the student’s family, fellow students, and the wider university community.

According to the statement, the Vice‑Chancellor, acting on behalf of the University Senate, declared Thursday, June 18 2026, a lecture‑free day to allow students and staff to mourn.

The statement read: “Following the incident of armed robbery in Ago‑Iwoye township that resulted in the tragic loss of one of our students early this morning, the Vice‑Chancellor, Prof. Ayodeji Agboola, on behalf of the University Senate, has directed that today, Thursday, June 18 2026, be declared a lecture‑free day.”

While expressing sympathy for the loss, the university management assured the community that measures were being taken to enhance security on and around the campus.

“The University management expresses its heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and assures students that adequate security measures will be put in place in collaboration with relevant security agencies to ensure the safety of lives and property,” the statement added.

The management also urged students to remain calm and refrain from actions that could inflame tensions following the tragedy.

“Management appeals to the entire student population that, in grieving over the untimely death of their colleague, they should exercise restraint and eschew any action that may further aggravate the situation on the ground. At this critical period, the University management pledges its support to the students and sympathises with them over the loss of their colleague,” the statement said.

Meanwhile, the Ogun State Police Command confirmed the incident and has launched an investigation into the killing.

DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, spokesperson for the command, said police operatives had begun tracking those responsible for the attack.

He said: “The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the tragic death of a student of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago‑Iwoye, who was shot by suspected armed robbers in Ago‑Iwoye.”

“Police operatives responded promptly and have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators. Investigation is ongoing, while the Command commiserates with the family of the deceased and the OOU community and prays that the deceased’s soul rests in perfect peace.”

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