The Oyo State House of Assembly has condemned the torture and murder of Akor Alexander Timileyin, a 200-level Mechanical Engineering student at Ajayi Crowther University, describing the act as barbaric and appalling.
Lawmakers responded to a motion of urgent public importance presented by Chief Whip Hon. Gbenga Oyekola, representing the Atiba state constituency.
The motion, titled “Urgent Need for Government Action Regarding the Torture and Murder of Alexander, a 200-level Engineering Student at Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo,” detailed the tragic incident. Alexander was reportedly subjected to severe physical abuse following an accusation of phone theft, which led to his death.
According to preliminary investigations, Alexander was last seen leaving the university library late in the evening. His body was discovered by the university’s security personnel the following morning in front of a hostel room.
Hon. Oyekola emphasized that the murder not only represents a personal tragedy but also raises significant concerns about the safety of students across educational institutions.
He warned that failure to enhance security, thoroughly investigate the incident, and bring the perpetrators to justice could undermine confidence in the safety of educational environments, potentially deterring students and their families from pursuing academic endeavors.
The Oyo Assembly has urged the Oyo Police Command to expedite their investigation and apprehend those responsible for this heinous crime.
Additionally, the House has directed its Standing Committee on Tertiary Institutions to pay a condolence visit to Ajayi Crowther University and discuss measures to ensure student safety on campus.
The House has also called on the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology to collaborate with university authorities to conduct a comprehensive review of campus security protocols and implement necessary enhancements to safeguard students.
