Ekiti Student Arrested For Slitting Colleague’s Throat During Dispute

Ekiti Student Arrested For Slitting Colleague’s Throat During DisputeIn a harrowing incident that has shocked the university community, Rachael Olufogbe, a 300-level student from the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), has been detained by police following a violent altercation with a fellow student on Saturday. The dispute occurred in a private hostel located in Oye Egbo, a community outside the university premises.

Sources reveal that the conflict began over the use of a clothes drying line in the hostel. The victim had moved Olufogbe’s clothes to make space for her own, leading to an argument. The situation quickly escalated when Olufogbe allegedly picked up a blade and attacked the victim, inflicting severe cuts to her throat, head, and chest.

Photos obtained by Naija News show the extent of the injuries, underscoring the brutality of the attack.

The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sunday Fashina, confirmed the incident. He emphasized that such violent acts are not tolerated on campus, stating, “The incident happened outside the campus in a private hostel. Nobody dares that within the campus because they know the rules and regulations. If anyone tries that, it will catch up with them. The police are already handling it.”

Olufogbe is currently in police custody as the investigation unfolds. Professor Fashina assured that the university will conduct its own investigation following the police report. He said, “The suspect is in police custody, and once it involves the police, we cannot interfere. When they are done with their investigations, they will write to the Vice-Chancellor to give their report, then we conduct our investigation. So, let’s wait for the outcome of the police investigation.”

This incident highlights the critical need for conflict resolution and the importance of creating a safe environment for students. It serves as a grim reminder of the potential consequences of unchecked disputes and the necessity for institutions to enforce strict disciplinary measures.