Babcock University has officially addressed the viral social media videos involving a 400-level student at one of its campus hostels in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State. The institution confirmed that the student survived the distressing incident and is currently receiving medical treatment at the university teaching hospital.
The official statement, released on Monday, November 9, by the university’s Associate Vice-President for Communication, Media and Branding, Johnson Akintayo, aimed to dispel unfounded rumors circulating online that claimed the student had passed away.
Prompt Roommate Intervention Prevents Tragedy
The alarming incident occurred on Sunday, November 8, 2026, when footage began circulating on social media showing the final-year student positioned near a window ledge inside a hostel block. The video captured his roommates acting swiftly to grab and pull him back to safety before the situation escalated.
According to the university management, the brave and quick intervention of the roommates prevented a major tragedy. However, both the student in distress and one of the intervening roommates sustained injuries during the rescue effort. The injured roommate was promptly treated and discharged from the hospital, while the 400-level student remains under close medical supervision. The student’s parents have been notified and are currently on campus to offer support.
University Launches Full Investigation
Babcock University revealed that an internal inquiry has been initiated to thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding the event and establish preventative measures for the future. School management noted that the process will help identify contributing factors and guide the implementation of necessary safety protocols.
The school leadership commended the student’s roommates for their courage, praising their heroic and timely actions. University officials also appealed to the public and news organizations to refrain from spreading unverified information or speculating about the root cause of the incident while the official investigation is underway.
Reaffirming its dedication to student welfare, the institution assured the campus community that it will continue providing comprehensive support and medical care for the student’s full recovery.