LAGOS – The Administration of Lagos State College (LASU) has expressed deep disappointment over the tragic demise of Adedamola Quadri Ogunbode, a current graduate of Lagos State College. Adedamola, fondly often known as Horlar.
He was reportedly killed by a so-called prophet within the Ojo space of Lagos State, supposedly for ritual functions.
The condolence assertion e- signed and launched by Thomas-Onashile, Oluwayemisi Deputy Registrar and the Coordinator, CIPR, LASU reads:
In line with the report acquired by the administration, Adedamola, a 28-year-old graduate of Political Science Schooling, had been lacking since January 16, 2025. Following investigations by the safety businesses, his mutilated physique was purportedly discovered buried within the compound of a preferred church within the space. The prophet of the church has been arrested and is presently helping the police with their investigation.
The College Administration extends its heartfelt condolences to Adedamola’s household, pals, colleagues, and all who knew him. His premature demise is a horrible loss to the complete college neighborhood, and we share within the grief of all who’re mourning his passing.
We strongly condemn this mindless act of violence. The brutality and criminality behind Adedamola’s demise are unacceptable in any society. We name for swift and thorough motion by the related safety businesses to make sure that these accountable face justice and that the perpetrators of this horrific crime don’t go unpunished.
Within the meantime, we urge our college neighborhood, particularly our world-class college students, to stay calm whereas the authorities perform their investigations. We additionally encourage everybody to remain vigilant and report any suspicious actions to the suitable authorities.
The protection and safety of our college students stay our prime precedence, and we’re dedicated to collaborating intently with regulation enforcement businesses to make sure that our college stays a protected surroundings for all.
As soon as once more, we provide our deepest sympathies to Adedamola’s household and family members, and we pray that they discover power and luxury throughout this extremely troublesome time.
