A 100-level student of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), identified as Favour Olaniyi, has been found dead near his off-campus residence after reportedly cons+ming a poisonous substance suspected to be an inse+ticide.
The incident occurred on Saturday, May 9, 2026, when the student was discovered lifeless by some of his colleagues. They alleged that he may have taken his own life, although this has not been officially confirmed by the university.
In a statement issued by the institution’s Director of Corporate Communication and Protocol, Adegbenro Adebanjo, the university expressed sadness over the development and confirmed that relevant authorities were immediately notified.
The statement noted that:
“After the incident was brought to the attention of the university management, the university security apparatus immediately informed the police,”
“Officers from the force were dispatched to the scene, while medical officials from the university and security operatives coordinated the evacuation of the body to the morgue.Get The Full, Details. .
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