Tragedy struck yesterday evening after a 100-level student of the University of Ilesa, Osun State, Gbolahan Ojolo, was electrocuted while playing a game on his mobile phone.
It was said that Ojolo, a student of Business Administration, was in his room at a private hostel near the Prototype Engineering Development Institute (PEDI) junction when the incident occurred.
His body was later taken to the morgue, while the management of the university has since contacted his bereaved parent.
The Registrar of the university, Mr. Funso Ojo, in a statement issued on Saturday expressed sadness over the incident.
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Ojo said: “The unfortunate incident occurred in the evening of Friday, April 18, 2025. Gbolahan was electrocuted while playing a game on his mobile phone while charging in his room. The electrocution was reportedly triggered by a lightning strike during a thunderstorm.
“Following the incident, we promptly informed the Police, and after due clearance, the remains of the deceased were taken to the morgue of the Wesley Guild Hospital, Ilesa.
“The Police have since commenced a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.”
Ojo added: “The father of the deceased was immediately notified and has since arrived in Ilesa. In a show of deep concern and solidarity, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Taiwo Asaolu; the Registrar, Mr. Funso Ojo; the Dean of Student Affairs; the Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences; the Head of the Department of Business Administration; and the Area Commander of Police were all present to receive and console the bereaved father.
“The entire University community mourns this painful loss and prays for the repose of Gbolahan’s soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, classmates, and the Department of Business Administration.”