The Management of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has expressed shock over the devastating news of the sudden death of an Eighteen years old Part Three student of the College of Health Sciences, Department of Medicine and Surgery.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adebayo Bamire who stated this in a Statement by the Public Relations Officer of the University, Mr. Abiodun Olarewaju, noted that, the student, Timilehin Adetoye Toromade with matriculation number CLI/2022/133, reportedly died in his sleep in the early hours of today, Tuesday, 6th of January, 2026
Professor Bamire, on behalf of the Visitor, the University Council, Management, Senate, staff, and students of the University, Expressed its heartfelt and unreserved condolences to the bereaved family, classmates, colleagues, and friends of the deceased.
The Statement reads “The loss of a young life filled with promise, purpose, and potential is a tragedy that words alone cannot adequately capture.”
Describing the incident as deeply painful, The VC assured the public that it is working closely with relevant authorities to investigate what led to the unfortunate incident, in line with established medical procedures.
He said the University is also putting in place appropriate support measures to assist students and members of the University community who have been emotionally affected by the tragic loss.
Professor Bamire called on students, staff, alumni, and friends of the institution to remain calm, compassionate, and prayerful, and to uphold the values of empathy and solidarity for which the Great Ife is renowned.
