The management of Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, has addressed the growing controversy surrounding the sudden death of one of its lecturers, Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, stating that an official investigation is ongoing and cautioning the public against spreading unverified information.
Mr. Ibikunle, a lecturer in the Department of Social Science Education, reportedly died last Thursday while in the company of Miss Glory Ojochegbe Samuel, a student from the same department.
In a statement issued on Friday by the university’s Registrar, Mr. Yahaya Alilu, the institution expressed deep sorrow over the loss and described the incident as both tragic and disturbing.
“The Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, expresses deep sorrow over the unfortunate passing of Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle. His sudden demise in the company of Miss Glory Ojochegbe Samuel (24GE2034) has understandably generated public concern and interest,” the statement read.
The university emphasized that the circumstances surrounding the lecturer’s death are being thoroughly investigated by appropriate authorities and urged the public and media to allow the process to run its course.
“We kindly urge the public and the media to refrain from speculation or drawing premature conclusions until the facts are fully established,” Alilu added.
The statement also addressed reports linking another student, Miss Bello Yahaya Lubabat of the Department of Educational Administration and Planning, to the incident. The university firmly distanced her and other unnamed individuals from the matter.
“The university 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,” the Registrar said.
Prince Abubakar Audu University reaffirmed its commitment to truth, fairness, and justice, and appealed to the public for restraint and responsible reporting as investigations continue.
