Ile-Ife (Nigeria): Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun, has announced the death of Mr Oreoluwa Adewole, a 400-level student in the College of Health Sciences.
This is contained in a statement issued by the university’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Abiodun Olarewaju, on Thursday in Ile-Ife.
Olarewaju said Adewole complained of chest pain during his examination and died despite prompt medical care.
He said the loss has left the university community mourning.
“The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adebayo Bamire, on behalf of the governing council, Senate, staff and the students, extended heartfelt condolences to the parents, siblings and the entire family of the deceased.
“He also extended sympathy to friends, colleagues, and College of Health Sciences members over the loss.
“The university is working with authorities and the family to provide support and clarify the circumstances of the incident.
“May the soul of the departed rest in perfect peace, and may all who knew him find strength in the legacy he leaves behind.