LAUTECH Issues Statement on Assault Incident Involving Security Personnel

A viral video circulating on social media showed a security officer physically assaulting a student. The incident occurred on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the 1,500 Lecture Theater of the Pre-Degree Science Complex.

University Response

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Ogbomoso released an official statement addressing the matter. According to the Registrar, Mrs. Olayinka O. Balogun, "an official investigation has already commenced and assured the LAUTECH community and the public that the matter is being treated with utmost seriousness."

Key Points

• An investigation has been initiated by university management
• Appropriate disciplinary actions will follow university policies and regulations
• The institution reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all community members
• Management emphasized that "violence or abuse in any form is not tolerated" within the institution
• Students were encouraged to continue attending classes without fear, as preventive measures have been implemented

The statement reflects the university's commitment to addressing the incident seriously while assuring the campus community of their safety and security.