Lagos State University student Azeezat Adenike AbdulRasheed met a tragic end in a fatal motor accident in Igando, a suburb of Lagos, on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The news of her untimely death has sent shockwaves across the university community, with many students demanding justice for the deceased.
According to reports, Azeezat, a 300-level student, was crushed to death by a vehicle at around 7:00 pm on Saturday. The incident occurred in Igando, an area notorious for its poor road infrastructure and high incidence of accidents. The Lagos State Police Command has since detained the driver involved in the accident, pending further investigation.
The university community has been in an uproar, with students taking to social media to express their outrage and demand justice for Azeezat. A video shared on X shows a group of students storming the Area M Police Division, alleging that police officers were shielding the driver and attempting to cover up the incident. The students are demanding that the police take swift action to apprehend the driver and bring them to justice.
In response to the incident, the Lagos State Police Command has urged the public to remain calm, assuring them that an investigation into the incident has been commenced. The command has also stated that the driver involved is in police custody, and the vehicle has been impounded for further investigation. The case has been transferred to the Area Command, and the police have assured the public that all necessary legal actions will be taken in accordance with the law.
The incident highlights the need for improved road safety measures in Lagos, particularly in areas like Igando that are prone to accidents. It also underscores the importance of responsible driving practices and the need for drivers to exercise caution on the roads. As the investigation into Azeezat's death continues, the university community and the public at large are waiting with bated breath for the outcome.
In the meantime, the LASU community is in mourning, with many students and staff members expressing their condolences to the family of the deceased. The university has not made any official statement on the incident, but it is expected that a statement will be released in due course. As the community comes to terms with this tragic loss, it is hoped that justice will be served and that measures will be taken to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
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