SEX FOR GRADE: Varsity lecturer dies during sex romp with 22-year-old student
A lecturer at Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) has reportedly died during a sexual romp with a 22-year-old student.
Police have confirmed that a senior lecturer at Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) in Anyigba Area of the state, Dr Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, died while allegedly having sexual intercourse with one of the female students.
The sudden death of Ibikunle was reported by the 22-year-old 200-level student he was having sex with, Kogi Police Command Spokesperson, SP William Aya said while confirming the incident in Lokoja on Friday.
The student rushed to the reception to alert the staff that the lecturer had collapsed after their encounter.
Aya said the incident occurred on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at a hotel in Anyigba and was later reported to the police by the hotel manager.
The Police spokesperson described the incident as unfortunate and said an autopsy has been conducted to determine the cause of death.
The police were immediately informed, and the lecturer was taken to a hospital, where he was confirmed dead by a doctor.
The police said investigations were ongoing and further action would be taken based on the findings.
A student, who spoke on condition of anonymity about the incident, said the lecturer was involved in sexual intercourse with the 22-year-old 200-level student of the institution before his sudden demise.
According to reports, Ibikunle, was married and his marriage was blessed with children.
It was also gathered that he had checked into the hotel earlier that day with the student, of the Department of Social Science Education.
He said the lady was arrested and taken to police custody and later transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation.
There are unconfirmed reports that the lecturer had consumed multiple energy drinks prior to the incident.
Meanwhile, there are speculations that the lecturer might have insistently lured the student into the act in order to increase her grades in return.
KOGI VARSITY PROBES LECTURER’S DEATH WITH FEMALE STUDENT
The management of Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Ayingba, has described the sudden death of Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, a lecturer in the Department of Social Science Education, as both tragic and disturbing.
Ibikunle reportedly died last Thursday while in the company of a student, Miss Glory Ojochegbe Samuel (Matric No: 24GE2034), also from the same department.
In a statement issued on Friday, the Registrar of the University, Yahaya Alilu, confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. He cautioned the public and media against premature conclusions or speculation.
“Prince Abubakar Audu University, Ayingba expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate passing of Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, a lecturer in the Department of Social Science Education.
“His sudden demise in the company of Miss Glory Ojochegbe Samuel (24GE2034) of the same department is a tragic and disturbing occurrence that understandably generated public concern and interest.”
The university stated that only the appropriate authorities can establish the facts and appealed for calm and responsible reporting.
“The university wishes to state that the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle is currently under investigation by the appropriate authorities.
“We therefore kindly urge the public and the media to refrain from speculations or draw premature conclusions until the facts are fully established.”
Addressing widespread rumours, the institution specifically refuted reports linking the death to another student, Miss Bello Yahaya Lubabat, from the Department of Educational Administration and Planning.
“We are also aware of some unverified reports linking the names of other students including Miss Bello Yahaya Lubabat of the Department of Educational Administration and Planning to the incident.
“The university firmly dissociates Miss Bello and other students from the matter and cautions against the spread of unfounded information that may harm the reputation of innocent persons.”
The university reiterated its commitment to justice, fairness, and truth as investigations continue.
“Prince Abubakar Audu University remains committed to upholding the value of truth, fairness and justice, and we respectfully appeal for restraint and responsible reportage as investigation continues.”
