- LAUTECH campus shut over student killed by unknown driver
It was a tragic weekend at Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), Ikorodu, Lagos and the Iseyin Campus of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) as four students were killed in two different auto accidents.
Three LASUSTECH students lost their lives in a tragic multi-vehicle accident that occurred at Powerline Junction, near Aleje on the route towards Ikorodu Roundabout while a 200 Level student of Agricultural Economics at LAUTECH was killed by a yet-to-be-identified driver.
The victims at LASUSTECH—two males and one female—were said to have died on the spot, while seven others, including tricycle operators, sustained severe injuries.
The incident involved an unregistered sand-laden tipper truck, a Toyota Corolla (registration number SMK 42 AJ), an MPV bus, and four tricycles.
According to preliminary findings by traffic authorities, the tipper truck suffered brake failure while travelling at high speed.
The driver reportedly lost control, causing the vehicle to ram into multiple motorists and tricycle riders along the busy corridor.
Seven seriously injured victims were rushed to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment, while the remains of the three deceased students were taken to the General Hospital, Ikorodu mortuary.
All damaged vehicles and wreckages were subsequently cleared from the roadway by LASTMA officials to restore free flow of traffic.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, expressed deep sadness over the incident, condoling with the families of the deceased students.
He prayed for strength for the bereaved and swift recovery for the injured.
Describing the accident as “entirely avoidable,” Bakare-Oki condemned the persistent issues of over-speeding, reckless driving, and lack of proper vehicle maintenance, especially the failure of brake systems in heavy-duty vehicles.
He urged commercial drivers and truck operators to comply strictly with speed regulations and ensure regular mechanical inspection of their vehicles.
Bakare-Oki affirmed LASTMA’s commitment to enforcing traffic regulations, promoting safer roads and providing timely emergency response across Lagos State.
Personnel of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) were the first responders at the scene, swiftly mobilising to prevent further accidents, manage traffic, and coordinate rescue efforts.
They were joined by operatives of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Odongunyan Unit, and officers of the Shagamu Police Division.
LAUTECH campus shut over student killed by unknown driver
In another tragic road accident, a 200-level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Iseyin Campus was killed yesterday by a yet-to-be-identified driver.
The student, whose identity had not been made public at press time, was said to have suffered severe injuries after he was knocked down by a hit-and-run driver in the ancient city.
The situation, which threw the student community into a mourning mood, also sparked a protest as the students took over major streets in protest against the killing.
The situation resulted in temporary closure of the institution by the management for two weeks.
Confirming the situation in a statement, the Registrar of the Institution, Mrs Olayinka Balogun, stated that the management of the institution had approved a two-week suspension of activities at the campus.
The statement reads: “The Management of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso deeply regrets to announce the tragic passing of a 200 Level student of the Department of Agricultural Economics, who was fatally wounded by a hit-and-run driver in Iseyin.
“This heartbreaking incident has cast a shadow over our university community, and we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased.
”In the light of this grievous loss, and in recognition of the emotional toll it has taken on our students and staff, the University Management has approved a two-week suspension of academic activities at the Iseyin Campus, effective immediately.
“Consequently, all students in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources are to proceed on a two-week break.
“While students will be expected back in their classrooms on Monday, 24th November, 2025 when academic activities resume, officers on essential services who may be required to be on duty will be informed in the usual manner.
“We urge all students to remain safe, support one another, and honour the memory of their departed colleague.”
