Fidelia Soriwei, Abuja
The Nigerian Law School has confirmed the death of a 23-year-old student, Faith Alayande, following an incident at its Lagos Campus hostel where she was staying during an externship programme.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration, Aderonke O. Osho, the institution said Alayande was a student of the Enugu Campus who had been temporarily accommodated in Lagos for the duration of her externship.
According to the Law School, the incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, August 7, 2026.
“Preliminary information indicates that, at about 4:00 am on Friday, 7 August 2026, the student fell from the rooftop of the hostel at the Campus and, sadly, succumbed to the incident,” the statement read.
The institution said it was collaborating with relevant authorities and the deceased’s family to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
“Management is working closely with the appropriate authorities and the family to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, ensure that all necessary procedures are duly followed, and provide further information as appropriate,” it stated.
The Lagos State Police Command had earlier confirmed the incident, noting that the hostel matron reported the case after the student was found unresponsive within the premises.
Police operatives subsequently visited the scene and evacuated the body to a morgue, while investigations commenced.
Reports indicated that a hostel mate and a relative had been searching for Alayande before she was later discovered after the fall. Authorities have not released further details on the circumstances leading to the incident.
Expressing sadness over the loss, the Law School extended its sympathies to the deceased’s family, colleagues and other affected persons.
“The Management extends its deepest condolences and sympathy to the family, colleagues and all those affected by this distressing incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time,” the statement added.
The institution also appealed for privacy on behalf of the family, saying: “In view of the profound grief occasioned by this unfortunate loss, the family has respectfully requested that the public, members of the media and all concerned kindly allow them the privacy and space to mourn their loss.”
It further urged the public to respect the family’s wishes and reaffirmed its commitment to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students and staff.
