OAU STUDENTS’ UNION REPORTS DEATH OF DENTISTRY STUDENT AS SEARCH FOR MISSING STUDENT CONTINUES
The Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University (Great Ife) has announced the unfortunate death of a Dentistry student, even as efforts persist to locate another missing student, Dorcas Oseghale.
In a statement issued on August 13, 2025, the Union described the development as a painful and devastating event that has left the entire campus community in deep sorrow. The Union noted that the tragic news arrived while it was still working closely with relevant authorities to find Oseghale, who has reportedly been missing for about five days.
OAU Students’ Union confirms loss of dentistry student, continues search for missing colleague
“Our sincere sympathies are with the family, friends, and classmates of the deceased. We particularly identify with the Dental Students’ Association as they mourn this great loss within their faculty,” the statement read.
The Union also reflected on the growing strain of academic pressure among students, reminding them that help is always available and that no one should feel isolated. It emphasized the importance of mental well-being and noted that the university’s health centre offers private and accessible counselling for students in distress.
In addition, the Union pledged to keep pushing for stronger mental health systems on campus and to help eliminate the stigma that often surrounds such discussions. It appealed to the university administration, the health centre, staff, and the Division of Student Affairs to join hands in preventing similar tragedies in the future.
The release was signed by Public Relations Officer, Olowosile Joseph Oreoluwa; Secretary-General, Habeeb Oke Isa; and President, Adelani David Oluwatodimu.
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OAU STUDENTS’ UNION REPORTS DEATH OF DENTISTRY STUDENT AS SEARCH FOR MISSING STUDENT CONTINUES
The Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University (Great Ife) has announced the unfortunate death of a Dentistry student, even as efforts persist to locate another missing student, Dorcas Oseghale.
In a statement issued on August 13, 2025, the Union described the development as a painful and devastating event that has left the entire campus community in deep sorrow. The Union noted that the tragic news arrived while it was still working closely with relevant authorities to find Oseghale, who has reportedly been missing for about five days.
OAU Students’ Union confirms loss of dentistry student, continues search for missing colleague
“Our sincere sympathies are with the family, friends, and classmates of the deceased. We particularly identify with the Dental Students’ Association as they mourn this great loss within their faculty,” the statement read.
The Union also reflected on the growing strain of academic pressure among students, reminding them that help is always available and that no one should feel isolated. It emphasized the importance of mental well-being and noted that the university’s health centre offers private and accessible counselling for students in distress.
In addition, the Union pledged to keep pushing for stronger mental health systems on campus and to help eliminate the stigma that often surrounds such discussions. It appealed to the university administration, the health centre, staff, and the Division of Student Affairs to join hands in preventing similar tragedies in the future.
The release was signed by Public Relations Officer, Olowosile Joseph Oreoluwa; Secretary-General, Habeeb Oke Isa; and President, Adelani David Oluwatodimu.
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