Inquiry Launched by Ogun Police Over Babcock Student's Viral Video

The Ogun State Police Command has announced its intention to investigate a distressing incident that occurred at Babcock University, located in the Ilishan-Remo area of the state. The occurrence involves an unidentified student who reportedly attempted to jump from a multi-storey building. A video, which widely circulated online since Sunday, showed the student appearing to make an attempt to leap from a residential hostel structure. While speculations arose that the student was either attempting su*cide or was under the influence of illicit substances, our correspondent could not independently verify these claims.

Oluseyi Babaseyi, the Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed to our correspondent in a Monday telephone interview that he was aware of the incident. He stated that the command would initiate its investigation promptly, noting that the student is currently receiving medical attention. Babaseyi remarked, "The person in question is undergoing medical treatment. And in due time, investigations will reveal the circumstance of what happened to him."

In a related development, Babcock University has confirmed that the student involved in the widely shared hostel incident is alive and responding positively to treatment at the institution’s teaching hospital. This confirmation was issued in a statement on Monday by Johnson B. Akintayo, the university’s Associate Vice-President for Communication, Media and Branding, addressing earlier reports that had suggested the student's demise.

The university's statement highlighted that the situation was brought under control through the swift actions of the student’s roommates, whose intervention averted what could have been a tragic outcome. "Contrary to reports suggesting that the student may have died, we wish to assure the public that he is responding positively to treatment and is receiving the necessary medical care," the statement affirmed. It further disclosed that both the student and one of his rescuers sustained injuries during the event and were immediately taken for medical attention.

According to the university, the student's parents have been contacted and are currently on campus to be with their child during treatment. The statement also confirmed that the other student, who sustained injuries while rescuing his roommate, has since been treated and discharged.

The incident, which involved a 400-level student, took place on November 8, 2026. It garnered significant attention after videos depicting the student near a window ledge at a hostel circulated across social media platforms. The footage showed several roommates actively trying to restrain him and pull him away from the ledge.

Babcock University has also commenced its own internal investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident. The institution stated that this process aims to "understand what happened, identify any factors that may have contributed to the situation, and determine appropriate measures to prevent a recurrence."

Members of the public and media organizations were urged by the university to refrain from circulating unverified information or attributing causes to the incident while investigations are ongoing. The institution also reiterated its commitment to supporting the student’s recovery, promising to provide appropriate guidance and other necessary assistance.

"We particularly acknowledge and commend the courage and prompt action of his roommates who came to his rescue. We appeal for sensitivity and restraint in discussing this incident, particularly out of respect for the student and his family at this difficult time," the statement added. The university concluded by reaffirming its dedication to ensuring the safety, health, and welfare of all its students and employees.