A student of Babcock University in Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, was rescued by fellow students on Sunday, November 8, 2026, after attempting to take his own life by jumping from a hostel window of a three-storey building.
The yet-to-be-identified student, reported to be in 400-level, was pulled back by his colleagues who struggled to restrain him as he sat on the window ledge. Videos circulating on social media showed the students desperately holding on to him and eventually succeeding in bringing him back inside the room.
According to the Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the student was rescued alive and taken to the university clinic for medical attention. He is currently receiving treatment there.
The circumstances that led to the incident remain unclear. No official statement has been issued by Babcock University management as of Monday morning.
The rescue has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about mental health support for students in Nigerian tertiary institutions. It also comes amid public debate over the criminalisation of attempted suicide in Nigeria, following recent comments by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during discussions on a bill seeking to decriminalise the act and prioritise medical and psychological care for survivors.
Authorities and the university have been urged to prioritise the student’s privacy and recovery while ensuring appropriate counselling and support services are available.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or emotional distress, please seek help immediately.
In Nigeria, you can contact the Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative (MANI) helpline or other local mental health support services. Internationally, resources such as the International Association for Suicide Prevention (https://www.iasp.info/suicidalthoughts/) provide local helpline directories.
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