Heritage Ajibola, a 100 Level female student of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile Ife in Osun State has reportedly lost her life after accidentally falling into a septic-tank at one of the school’s hostels.
Information before the press revealed that the deceased fell into the septic-tank on Wednesday afternoon at (Bver Hostel) Maintenance Hostel.
The school’s Students’ Union President, Ogunperi Taofeek Olalekan, confirmed her death in a statement saying that her death would have been avoidable if the “soakaway” system was properly constructed and covered.
“This incident is highly unfortunate. The Union mourns her. May her soul rest in peace. May God give her family, friends, and coursemates the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.
“It must be noted that Heritage’s death was avoidable if the soakaway system was properly constructed and covered. It is saddening that this has happened despite the huge amounts of money paid by students for rent.
“The Management of the Hostel must answer for the death of Heritage. The Union is immediately demanding justice for Heritage, with a view to forestalling a possible reoccurrence of this.”
