Babcock Confirms Student in Viral Hostel Video Is Alive

Babcock University has dismissed reports that a student involved in a viral hostel incident had died, confirming that he is alive and responding positively to treatment at its teaching hospital.

Daniel Momodu · November 9, 2026 · 0

The management of Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, has confirmed that a student involved in a disturbing incident at one of its residential hostels is alive and receiving medical attention.

The institution disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday and signed by its Associate Vice-President, Communication, Media and Branding, Johnson B. Akintayo.

It said the student was responding positively to treatment at the Babcock University Teaching Hospital, contrary to reports circulating on social media suggesting that he had died.

According to the university, the incident was brought under control following the prompt intervention of the student's roommates, whose actions prevented a potentially tragic outcome.

The institution disclosed that both the affected student and one of his rescuers sustained injuries during the incident and were immediately taken for medical attention. The injured rescuer has since been treated and discharged.

It added that the student's parents had been contacted and were already on campus to support him as he continued receiving treatment.

The incident occurred on November 8, 2026, involving a 400-level student. Videos circulating on social media showed him sitting near a hostel window ledge while his roommates struggled to restrain him and pull him back to safety.

The university said it had commenced an investigation to establish the immediate and underlying circumstances surrounding the incident, identify possible contributing factors and determine appropriate measures to prevent a recurrence.

It urged members of the public and media organisations to avoid spreading unverified information or speculating about the cause of the incident while investigations remained ongoing.

The management also appealed for sensitivity and restraint in public discussions, particularly out of respect for the student and his family.

It commended the courage and prompt intervention of the roommates who came to the student's rescue, reaffirming its commitment to the safety, health and welfare of members of its university community.