‘Grace Turns Grief,’ How 300-Level Female LASU Student Was Killed on Her Birthday

. Lasuites, Police bicker over coverup, bribery allegations in an accident that cut Abdul-Rasheed Adenike Azeezat’s life short in her prime

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The Lagos State University (LASU) community has been thrown into mourning following the unfortunate death of Abdul-Rasheed Adenike Azeezat, a 300-level student of the Faculty of Education, Department of Guidance and Counseling, killed on her birthday.

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Platforms Africa reports that Abdul-Rasheed was crushed to death by a speeding commercial driver in the Obadore area of Alimosho LGA, Lagos State, while attempting to cross the road on Saturday afternoon at about 4 p.m.

An Eye-witness told Platforms Africa that some police officers were allegedly attempting to collect a tip from the commercial driver, which led to him driving recklessly and hitting the student.

Azeezat, the witness said, was still alive when some students rushed her to Alimosho General Hospital.

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On arrival at the hospital, she was asked to present a card to access treatment, but she could not provide one, the eyewitness stated, adding; “on the process of obtaining a card and completing the necessary documentation, she passed away.”

Platforms Africa gathered that the incident triggered outrage among students, many of whom alleged that police authorities were trying to cover up the circumstances surrounding the incident after the driver was taken into custody.

Some students of the institution staged a protest at the Area M Police Station in Idimu, demanding justice for the victim and transparency in the handling of the case.

One of the students, identified as Aluko Kehinde, shared a video on X showing students and members of the LASU Students Union (LASUSU) protesting outside the Area M police station on Saturday night.

Meanwhile, the Lagos State Police Command has issued an official statement denying allegations that it is attempting to compromise or obstruct the investigation.

Reacting to Kehinde’s video, the Command, via spokesperson Abimbola Adebisi, said, “The Command is aware of the incident, which is a fatal motor accident. Following the report, the DPO Igando promptly visited the scene. The corpse has been deposited at the mortuary, while the driver involved is in Police custody. The vehicle has also been impounded for further investigation. The case has since been transferred to the Area Command.

“The Command assures the public that all necessary legal actions will be taken in accordance with the law. Members of the public are advised to remain calm.”

The Education Students’ Association of Nigeria, ESAN LASU, has issued a press statement announcing Azeezat’s death.

The statement reads: “The 40th ESAN LASU Administration regrets to announce the untimely passing of Abdulrasheed Azeezat Adenike, a 300-level student of the Faculty of Education, Department of Guidance and Counseling, Lagos State University.

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“This painful loss has deeply shaken the entire faculty and the university community at large. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and all who are affected by this tragic incident. We pray that God grants her family the strength and comfort needed to bear this irreparable loss.

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In light of this unfortunate event, the 40th ESAN LASU Administration is actively
engaging relevant authorities and will be working closely with the Lagos State University Students’ Union, under the leadership of President, Comrade Adebayo Peter Korede. We sincerely appreciate the swift response and intervention of the Students’ Union in ensuring that justice is pursued.

“Furthermore, we wish to inform the general public and the students populace that
this matter will be followed up with immediate effect. A convergence involving the faculty executives and the Lagos State University Students’ Union and concerned comrades of Lagos State University has been scheduled to hold today by 8;00 am at the front of Lagos state university students union Arcade.