A tragic incident has claimed the life of a 100-level Business Administration student at the University of Ilesa, Osun State, Gbolahan Ojolo.
The student was reportedly electrocuted on Friday evening in his room while playing a game on his mobile phone, which was being charged.
According to a statement made available to newsmen in Osogbo by the Registrar of the institution, Mr. Funso Ojo, the incident occurred at a private hostel near the Prototype Engineering Development Institute (PEDI) junction. Gbolahan was using his phone, which was plugged into a power source, when a lightning strike during a thunderstorm led to his electrocution.
Ojo stated that following the tragic incident, the University promptly informed the police. After due clearance, the body of the deceased was moved to the morgue of the Wesley Guild Hospital, Ilesa. He noted that the police have since commenced a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He also confirmed that the father of the deceased was promptly informed and has since arrived in Ilesa.
The Registrar said, “In a demonstration of compassion and solidarity, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo Asaolu; the Registrar, Mr. Funso Ojo; along with senior University officials and the Area Commander of Police, were present to receive and console the bereaved parent.
“The University of Ilesa has also made necessary arrangements to support the family during this moment of intense grief and will continue to stand by them through this difficult time.
“The entire University community mourns this painful loss and prays for the repose of Gbolahan’s soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, classmates, and the Department of Business Administration.”
