Police Probe Babcock Student’s Viral Hostel Incident

The Ogun State Police Command has said it will investigate a disturbing incident at Babcock University in the Ilishan-Remo area of the state, involving an unidentified student who attempted to jump from a storey building.

PUNCH Online gathered from a viral video that began circulating on Sunday that the student was seen attempting to jump from a residential storey building.

There was speculation that the student was attempting suicide, while some alleged that he was under the influence of drugs.

However, our correspondent could not independently verify these claims.

The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, told our correspondent in a telephone interview on Monday that he was aware of the incident and that the command would begin its investigation while the student was undergoing treatment.

“The person in question is undergoing medical treatment. And in due time, investigations will reveal the circumstance of what happened to him,” Babaseyi said.

However, Babcock University has confirmed that the student involved in the viral incident at one of its hostels is alive and responding to treatment at the university’s teaching hospital.

The institution made this known in a statement on Monday signed by its Associate Vice-President, Communication, Media and Branding, Johnson B. Akintayo, following reports suggesting that the student had died.

The university said the incident was brought under control through the prompt intervention of the student’s roommates, whose actions prevented what could have been a more tragic outcome.

“Contrary to reports suggesting that the student may have died, we wish to assure the public that he is responding positively to treatment and is receiving the necessary medical care,” the statement said.

It added that the student and one of his rescuers sustained injuries during the incident and were immediately taken for medical attention.

“The student’s parents have been contacted and are on campus to be with their ward as he receives treatment.

“The other student who sustained injury while rescuing his roommate, has been treated and discharged,” the university said.

The incident, which occurred on November 8, 2026, involved a 400-level student and attracted attention after videos showing the student near a window ledge at a hostel circulated on social media.

The footage showed some of his roommates attempting to restrain him and pull him away from the ledge.

The university said it had commenced an investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident.

“This process will help us understand what happened, identify any factors that may have contributed to the situation, and determine appropriate measures to prevent a recurrence,” it said.

It urged members of the public and media organisations to refrain from circulating unverified information or attributing causes to the incident while investigations were ongoing.

The institution also said it was committed to supporting the student’s recovery and would provide appropriate guidance and other necessary assistance.

“We particularly acknowledge and commend the courage and prompt action of his roommates who came to his rescue. We appeal for sensitivity and restraint in discussing this incident, particularly out of respect for the student and his family at this difficult time,” the statement added.

The university reiterated its commitment to the safety, health and welfare of its students and employees.

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